Let's wrap up our QI selection series with the human element - because relationships and reputation can make or break your exchange!

Accessibility and local knowledge above everything else. 

I feel like I have all the knowledge, but I have still not found that first deal!

The real estate community is full of experienced investors happy to share their knowledge.

Well aware of the ins and outs of real estate and different entities. 

To avoid going through the same poor experience, keep reading.Even if someone gives you a referral here, do NOT make the mistake of assuming that the PMC will meet your expectations, just because they met the expectations of the referral source.In our experience, the #1 mistake owners make when selecting a Property Management Company (PMC) is ASSUMING instead of CONFIRMING.It's often a case of not doing enough research, as they don't know what they don't know!

Best of luck with selecting your market—there's a wealth of knowledge and supportive investors here to help guide you along the way.

it will be a corporate/wellness retreat/short term rental destinationI need land that is close to the Action, but not too close, and preferably comes with two single family doors already built, so I can take advantage of Fannie Mae owner occupied loan and develop the rest of the land on my own and with private funding.Is Columbus a good market for this strategy?

It also includes managing your existing investment well to ensure you aren't bleeding money due to bad tenants, excess maintenance, etc. 

My question is, do I need to send a non-renewal notice as well?