Since you're investing from a distance, I recommend interviewing multiple agents, lenders, property managers, contractors, and other professionals to build a strong and reliable team.

@Paola Astrid Find the local NARPM (national association of residential property managers) chapter's website and you'll find a list of each professional PM. 

With a background in residential real estate, I’m eager to expand my knowledge and build connections in the industry.I’m especially interested in networking with like-minded professionals who are passionate about creating value through real estate.

Readers should seek professional advice.

There is still a trickle of traveling medical professionals, but I see a lot of relocation needs.

The more professional you stay, the better. 

If a residential contractor can take the AIA system, paired with the commercial professionalism and apply it to their residential business, I can't imagine how they wouldn't be successful. 

A professional trustee such as Exeter Trust Company is the way to go if you want it done right, imo. 

Readers should seek professional advice.

I’ve been researching local professionals and would welcome any advice on how to vet and connect with reliable team members, particularly in a high-cost area like the Bay Area.As for hard money, I haven’t explored it in depth yet, but I’m open to the idea for the right deal.