Having everything in one place will make it easier to reference when needed.

CA law prohibits the counties from making the actual recorded document image available online.

Additionally, you can network with other real estate professionals and investors—if they own STRs, they can likely refer you to their CPA.If you prefer not to attend in-person meetups, consider joining local real estate groups online to connect with both tax professionals and investors.

Find a reliable cleaner and handyman with STR experience and references. 

A good example of the value of a worthwhile real estate professional are the referrals and references of support services like lender recommendations.

I highly recommend with ANY GC... call multiple reference AND double check the license/ROC number they give you. 

(Case and point the BOI you’re referring to) I’m convinced of this because there’s clear exemptions in place to shield yourself or at minimum hedge against BOI liability.

Usual and customary usually refers to outdated but working components, such as old ducts in a house that do not support central air well for lack of returns.

I do not accept personal checks under any circumstances for these move-in funds.This agreement is between_________________________________________, hereafter referred to as “Prospective Tenant(s),” and ____________________________, hereafter referred to as “Landlord.”Landlord acknowledges receipt of payment in the amount of $___________ from Prospective Tenant(s) as a non-refundable binder for the property listed above.

Recommend exploring as many sources as possible to get referrals AND cross-reference them to get as much accurate information as possible.Check out NARPM.com, BP’s Property Manager Finder (BiggerPockets: The Real Estate Investing Social Network), etc.Also, encourage you to learn from the mistakes of others - by reading posts here on BiggerPockets about owners not having their expectations met by their current Property Management Company.