It would make less money sense, but it would be nice to use it myself when family comes and on the shoulder season weekends.

So they're going to do the same job they would do anyway, but you get to pay as you go AND shoulder the risk of long-term vacancy, unexpected rehab issues, etc.

But with 11 units in 5 buildings, it looks like to me that you're planning on shouldering what will likely be a massive burden.If you're dead set against hiring a professional management company, even for the first year, I can understand.

I feel like a major weight is off my shoulders.

This could reduce the stress of putting it all on your shoulders.3.

That must be a huge weight off your shoulders.  

Also with the new PM I would suggest looking over their shoulder more.

@Tyler Labrador,Hey man, you have yourself going down a strong path financially, and you seem to have a good head on your shoulders.

Initially, I contacted her about selling the house she lived in but she stated that she had another property in her name that she would like to sell to get it off her shoulders.

You will have the opportunity to meet and rub shoulders with BP type investors of all sorts.