Here you are basically hitting it without needing to manage a property in another location.

We're still using the company she recommended.

I am currently a sales manager for a commercial tree farm and have recently been consuming Kiyosaki's books like they are candy.

Here's her most recent thought on the matter if it helps: "Lack of inspection during building by project managers [is the problem].

Foundation issues are not end all be all, there are some great foundation repair companies.

Great place to meet other investors, agents, property managers, and contractors.

My first thing is to start built relationships with realtors and property managers.

My wife and I started managing more properties for others as word of mouth recommendations started and we started to use the management and arbitrage cash flow to acquire our own properties and fund the BRRRs we were working on.  

@Gene PanicciaManagement fees vary, but it's not uncommon for a PM to charge fees for managing tenant-paid utilities or coordinating repairs.

I highly suggest getting your feet wet in your local market if possible if you plan to rehab or manage the property yourself.