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I self manage including long distance. That being said, while I love self managing. I got started out of disbelief over price. I manage now because I there is no middle man, I can manage the way I want to.

You are correct there is alot of ways to automize the process. Just make sure you figure out your cost systems.

FYI, if you are going to manage in California. There is "stiff" rules to getting your broker licenses in order to be able to manage houses! Just an fyi ;0

Personally if I was "skilled" in computer programing (which is "far" from my speciality). I would look at offering a better support system for long distance managers.

Thanks, Elizabeth! This is very helpful. Yes, if I were to own real estate, I would undoubtedly self-manage as well. What, with all of the various service marketplaces out there, it's easier than ever to do just about anything to help a tenant out -- hire contractors, collect rent, etc. etc.

What would you say is missing from your long distance management experience?

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Agreed - some of the software solutions out there for property managers are indeed impressive! My question isn't so much about competing with them, but rethinking other aspects of property management.

For example -- it's 2am, and the tenant discovers a leak in the toilet. The tenant opens an app on their smartphone, snaps a picture of the leak, types in any information they can, and sends it off. Algorithms parse all of that information and, if such incidents are pre-approved by the owner, submit requests for quotes from various plumbers. Depending on the owner's preferences, the highest rated or the cheapest plumber is selected and sent over right away.

Would this be helpful?

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Hi there!

I'm a software developer based out of San Francisco who has recently become interested in property management. More specifically, I think it might be possible to use technology to build a more modern property management company.

For you owners out there -- what do you care about most in a property management company? What do you care about least? Any ways you think the industry could be improved?

For those of you that don't use a property manager -- why don't you? What would have to change in order for you to consider using one?

Looking forward to hearing what you have to say!

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