So, owners mistakenly think price is the only differentiator – and look for a PMC like they’d shop for groceries☹We encourage you to learn from the mistakes of others by reading posts here on BiggerPockets from owners that picked a PMC solely by price and regretted it.We recommend 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.Even if someone gives you a referral, do NOT make the mistake of assuming that just because a PMC met their expectations, they’ll meet your expectations.

If they can send you those results with the social security number and birthdate blacked out then you could choose to waive the screening altogether. 

So, owners mistakenly think price is the only differentiator – and look for a PMC like they’d shop for groceries☹We encourage you to learn from the mistakes of others by reading posts here on BiggerPockets from owners that picked a PMC solely by price and regretted it.We recommend 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.Even if someone gives you a referral, do NOT make the mistake of assuming that just because a PMC met their expectations, they’ll meet your expectations.

Sometimes escalating through their support or even posting publicly on social media can get a quicker resolution.

Portland metro is a buyers advantage given the social issues that the city allowed to take hold.. 

We take that video and put it on the squeeze page for social proof.

That doesn’t mean you have to start a podcast, but I do recommend staying active on your socials, post a weekly video on Instagram or X, write a short newsletter, or share insights that help you stay visible.Keep your network close, but don’t overdo it.

Being active in groups, social media, networking etc.

The key is that this doesn’t magically create cash; it reduces taxable income, which frees up cash elsewhere and can help scale your investments faster.We also see a lot of new STR investors doing their own marketing on social media or other channels to save on operational costs, which helps improve real-world cash flow.

2) Start networking on your favotire social media channel and tell everyone what you do and what you are looking for.