HelloI'm learning that organizational systems are key to managing property and that side of the business.

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The keys are having trusted resources to help (both in the REI business and with the kids), very good planning, and being very efficient working when your planning creates the opportunity for it.

Tom,The key to success in RE is to become an expert in your particular investment strategy and your particular market(s).

Relationships are always key.

Be patient.

Please be patient with me while I'm learning how to use the website, and hopefully I won't drive everyone crazy by posting and re-posting stuff about me with corrections (will have to correct my intro to a 1st person singular).  

I won't give my keys until the lease is signed and the security deposit is clear right?

Turn key ready to move into is the best in my opinion.  

BEFORE (That's my tireless and patient RE Agent Paul Steward in the pic who puts up with my investing trials and tribulations)AFTER