Should I use a Property Management Company?

[Satish Vittalam]

Hi,

I live in Austin, TX and I have a 4 bedroom home in a very good neighborhood. Both Elementary and middle  schools are exemplary and very close by. House was bought new in 2010. Around 3400 sft. I am planning to rent it out. My job might require some traveling occasionally. So, my question is is it worth hiring a property management company or should I try managing it on my own. I am a newbie and it may take a lot of time/effort to learn the details about managing the property.

Appreciate your honest inputs/advice? Thanks,

VS