How did you handle representation and ensure fair negotiation?

Common approaches include starting with a vetted real estate agent experienced in investor transactions, who often provides introductions to complementary team members, ensuring alignment in communication and goals.

This is why I create my own criteria to ensure nobody else has the same combination of 10k+ sellers on their list.Cold email is not a great strategy as the emails do not have a high response rate.

And, within the REI space, you really need a specialist to ensure your books are structured appropriately and done correctly.

Beyond the project itself, effective scaling also requires strategic management of your funding; since every direct lender has exposure limits on new borrowers, working with a hybrid lender (who can also broker to outside capital partners) ensures you're never blocked from funding your next great deal, allowing you to truly "rinse and repeat" your investment strategy.

To make the losses non passive so they can offset your business sale gain, you’ll need to materially participate in the STR and ensure the average stay is seven days or less.

Someone that ensures the qualified intermediary is operating in a safe and sound manner.  

Most reputable PMs are set up for remote owners—e-signatures, virtual meetings, and email communication can handle the entire process.Ask the New PM to Facilitate the Handoff – The incoming PM can often take the lead on coordinating with the outgoing manager, ensuring they get the keys, files, and tenant contact info.

Always ask to see the tenant’s voucher before signing or submitting the RFTA packet.The approval and inspection process can take time, and if the unit fails or the paperwork is delayed, the tenant may not be cleared to move in yet.Check the expiration date on the voucher to ensure it’s still valid.

The good news is that you already have financing in place and an agent to guide you, which are two major advantages.The key is to ensure the numbers work before moving forward.