The Obstacle is the Way.

@Gary Abrams A cloud based solution would work really well in your scenario of having other family logging in and helping with management. 

I'm Igor - a revenue management expert with over 10 years of experience in the hospitality industry.

My business partner is a regional VP for NARPM and I am happy to help if you need anything please reach outQuestions to Ask prospective management companies What are your average days on market for vacant homes?

Yes, I'm a Property Manager in the greater Phoenix area.We are a mid-size property manager, large enough to have great tools and support but small enough to provide personal service.

But I’d be amiss if I did not suggest that instead you gain knowledge of the aforementioned 3 foundation by studying for a real estate agent/broker license, and then seek employment with REITs, real estate operating companies, real estate managers, or real estate brokers.  

This also leads owners to ASSUME simpler is better when it comes to management contracts.

Today is very different as it is all about the management (and not appreciation) compared to past where management could suck but you still had superior apprecation.This will not crash housing of course but all those "creative" deals where people are paying more than market value are going to realize they have no exit. 

I currently self-manage three properties in the Atlanta metro area and have learned a ton through trial and error over the years.

First things first, when assessing property managers, it is crucial to prioritize their ability to collect rent and manage delinquencies.