Cash is always an option if you can do that. 

Financing: Explore financing options for out-of-state investment properties.

R.E. agents/brokers now have ALL tools, options, networks readily available. 

I was hoping it would be posted somewhere in the forum so I wouldn't have to bother you directly but it does not seem to be.Thanks for contributing to the Bigger Pockets community in this way

If that’s not an option the cheapest and easiest option two would be to use NORTHWEST REGISTERED AGENT out of okemos Michigan. 

Just to make sure we’re both on the same page, I’m referring to the annualized total return that is included in the bigger pockets rental calculator — I wasn’t intending to compare RE to stocks, but maybe I’m missing something in your answer.  

You will need to check with the city/building inspector to determine your options first.

If you're considering Real Estate as an option in the future, I would not add the money to either of these accounts. 

•If there’s high competition (many active rentals in the area), you won’t be able to price at the top of the market since tenants will have plenty of options.3.

Your best option is to terminate the current manager and switch to one with better processes and communication.