Self-managing a SFH in the Clovis, CA Area

[Abhishek Joshi]

Hello,

I am looking at renting out my SFH in Clovis. I have been self-managing my other property for the past decade, with the caveat of it being 30 miles from where I live.

Now, I plan to do so with this property, albeit from a distance of 200 odd miles. I had the following questions:

1. Any suggestions on pros/cons to doing so ?

2. I understand a good handyman is needed. Anything else I need to be aware of ?

3. How about marketing the property ? With me being far away, I was thinking of hiring a management company to rent the property out. Any thoughts on tenant screening, and what I could be doing to make sure I get good longterm tenants ?

Thanks for your time!