I think it depends heavily on the deal you get and what part of the cities you invest in, but I do think when you average it, it can seem pretty low. 

I would love to partner with someone on this deal, but in the event that I can't, is there such thing as an assignment fee for finding a great investment property and turning it over to someone? 

I'm Tania Clara from CT, passionate about real estate investing for the past 2 years.

@Jason GriffinRecommend exploring as many sources as possible to get referrals AND cross-reference them to get as much accurate information as possible.Check out NARPM.com, BP’s Property Manager Finder (BiggerPockets: The Real Estate Investing Social Network), etc.Also, encourage you to learn from the mistakes of others - by reading posts here on BiggerPockets about owners not having their expectations met by their current Property Management Company.

Investment Info:Single-family residence in Tempe AZ with old deteriorating cast iron sewer pipe. 

Looking to add a 3rd SFR investment property to my portfolio.

Are you planning to leave a few years and sell it or are you planning to keep it as an investment in the future?

Congratulations on making the first step to your first investment property.

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