PM or self manage automation tools

[Stephen Lynch]

HI all,

I self manage my small portfolio near my home and that's been great - especially if you get good tenants. However, for out-of-state I've been fairly unimpressed with the PMs and it's been more work than just self managing - at least it feels like that. 

Does anyone self manage out of state (or even locally)? If so, What kind of automation tools do you have setup (Google Phone #, ticketing system, on-demand virtual assistant etc.)?  I'm considering just paying for placement services out of state (tours, sign a lease, handover for self management).

Thanks,
SL