First and foremost you're going to need a great property manager who communicates well, has the same or at least close to the same mind set as you about your property, a management style that fits your needs (Turn key, Value add, HUD and section 8, etc) and who can bring personal references of contractors. electricians, etc. 

I doubt you love paying your painter, or your electrician or your roofer their rates as well, but it's part of the business.

None of the outlets were grounded, so I had an electrician come take a further look.

We got our electrician from a friend.

i, too, have a local electrician from chickasha i can refer if you'd like.

I’m not sure of the laws in CA, but in VA you can file felony charges against him.Unfortunately, I had an electrician steal $1,525 from me in May 2019.

Plumbing and electrical work has to be completed by a licensed plumber/electrician. 

B) to find resources like recommended/reliable CPA's, lawyers, handymen/electrician/plumbers (note: I have these but being small, would like to cross-shop for a more long term partner) and finally and most importantly find a reliable wholesaler with integrity.So I guess my questions are two fold:Does networking actually help you find good deals?

@Richie ThomasI am not looking to be a professional property manager, I'm am electrician by trade looking to leverage my knowledge into real estate, and enjoy the "mailbox money".

I’ll probably finish my bachelor’s one day to have something else in my toolbox if needed, but the opportunity cost is too great for now.I found a free 20 week vocational program to start a career as an electrician while trying to get into the local electrical union.