Check Craigslist, Zillow, Rent-o-Meter, etc.We’ve found the best way to raise rent is:Determine market rentShare the proof with the tenantTell the tenant, given your rent is $x and market rent is $y, what do you think if a fair increase?

This can be verified by checking property records at the local county office or through a title company.Professional Assistance: Consider hiring a real estate attorney or an agent who specializes in off-market transactions.

Possible to check out the Montrose area, it's safer but not that safe but way more appreciation-based.

You can also check my testimonials on my website - google.  

Eric,First thing I would tell you to do is check out their "better business" complaints and general reviews not related to their websites.

Also check for the resellers.

So check and see how long it’s been running.

Check your credit. 

Check when it gets a little warmer. 

I checked with my GC and although he's been involved in new construction and is confident in his abilities to complete the project, he is not able to show 5 completed projects.