Getting property management company for first rental property?

[Trevor Lybbert]

I'm looking to get my feet wet in buying rental property soon. And I was wondering if it's a completely foolish idea to hire a property management company for my first rental house, probably single family.

I understand that I would want to do it myself to get a handle on everything and to gain experience, but my main goal is to get a small amount of cash flow (around $100) a month and get the first property out of the way.

What are your thoughts?