To be fair, experienced investors handle this all the time and can set expectations from day one, but mid-month timing makes it easier.Beyond avoiding an awkward intro, mid-month closings also help with the seller dynamic.

But on the investing side, I’m here to learn, network, and build long-term relationships with flippers, landlords, agents, contractors, and other professionals in Oregon and Washington.I’m especially interested in:Building a stronger local networkLearning from experienced investorsUnderstanding multi-unit renovationsImproving renovation systemsExploring BRRRR and small development opportunitiesMy goal on Bigger Pockets isn’t to push business — it’s to be part of the community, contribute where I can, and connect with people who are also serious about growth and long-term success.If you’re in Oregon or Washington and open to networking or sharing experiences, I’d love to connect.Glad to be here and excited to learn from everyone.— DenisPortland, OR

I’m looking for a reliable property manager who is experienced in rooming houses and can handle rent collection, tenant placement, and basic maintenance coordination.

One thing I’d add is that a good investor-friendly agent can be part of that strategy too ,not just a “one-time hold.”Experienced investor agents help buyers evaluate neighborhoods, rental restrictions, HOA rules, and exit strategies, and they source opportunities both on-market and off-market.

Their insight helps you buy the right property and avoid the wrong one.ExecutionFrom marketing and screening tenants to coordinating repairs, managing leases, and enforcing leases, a good property manager executes the day-to-day work that keeps your investment performing smoothly.The Problem With Yelp Reviews for Selecting a Property ManagerWe stopped working with one property manager because they prioritized Yelp reviews over their fiduciary duty to owners.

I’m pretty confident in the logic behind the loophole, just not experienced in the STR market.

Hello everyone,I’m an experienced real estate investor with a background primarily in the rental space.

If you are a lender, investor friendly agent, experienced real estate investor, or even a beginner like me, feel free to reply to this post or add me on LinkedIn, I'd love to have a chat. 

To truly know whether you’re buying a good deal, it’s important to have a professional agent review the comps and determine the real market value—what someone would actually be willing to pay.Refi comps and sales comps are not equal.

Do they have an NMLS license or any kind of reviews?