Do they feel they have more control working directly with a lender?

@Bobby Eastman   Ok while draining is a recommendation they don't drain the whole system right? 

Hey Paloma,Congrats on the first BRRRR—that first project always feels a little like controlled chaos, so getting your tracking system right now will save you big headaches later.Here’s what’s worked well for us when we lived on-site during rehabs:1.

Potential AdvantagesLow upfront cost: You can control property and cash flow without a huge down payment.Easier financing: Sometimes you bypass traditional mortgages since you’re leasing, not buying.Testing the waters: Lets you learn property management before fully owning.Flexible exit: You can walk away when the lease ends if it’s not a fit.3.

The tradeoff is splitting profits and giving up some control, so I would use it to get confidence on the first deal or two, then branch out on your own once you’ve got the process down.

Whoever has control, needs to work on making this happen.

Anyone have recommendations for a program(s) or other means to keep records for my new LLC and new investment property (a single family house)?   The property management company uses Buildium, which is new for me.  It...

Typically its best to control contractor with proper payment installments.

It really comes down to your personality, goals, and the kind of control you want over your investments.

I think with more systems and software to come in the future (some of which have not been invented yet) realtors will become a thing of the past.