There are can runner services in major cities and nearby.

Roughly $50 per bedroom, however I add the pay for Inspectors/Runners on top of that so the guest paid fee is a bit higher. 

If you plan on building a portfolio, having someone in your corner who thinks like an investor (not just a contract runner) usually pays for itself in better negotiations, stronger due diligence, and fewer surprises.What’s your plan long-term — build 2–3 rentals over time, or stack properties more aggressively?

Keep your bill-paying job for stability and build paid reps inside real estate: target three roles you can do part time now 1) assistant to an investor-friendly agent pulling comps, writing summaries, and hosting showings; 2) acquisitions runner for a small multifamily buyer doing photos, repair bids, and rent surveys; 3) leasing or maintenance coordinator for a local property manager to learn operations.

I know a few investors who self manage from out of state by using local contractors for maintenance and hiring a runner or part time assistant to handle things like lockouts or inspections.What made you lean toward student rentals versus traditional single family tenants?

Definitely want a local runner, someone trustworthy, who can help with logistical tasks on-site, like smart lock battery replacement, assembling new locks, mail sorting, etc.

Any advice appreciated.It's likely a drug runner's car or the catalytic converter has been stripped.

That could replace a big chunk of my ~$112k/yr PM spend without slowing acquisitions.I’m leaning toward a test: hire a VA + local runner/ops lead, keep CapEx in-house, outsource leasing/renewals, and measure it for a full cycle.

Have MRVL, a s&p correlated, too that's got some size on that needs to get trimmed.Ethereum is the runner here and energy needs to get on the radar but likely a little ways away.

It's like saying "it's against the law to outrun a road runner" and then linking to the Wilderness Act.I'm afraid that just doesn't fly.You have to link to the SPECIFIC statute and case law to support your argument, and I 'm afraid that doesn't exist.