I believe it is suggested to run a title search prior to buying the tax lien certificate. 

For example, moving out a tenant includes about 30 steps like pulling their file, emailing them the move-out instructions, changing the lease in my software to "Active - Notice Given", stopping recurring charges and payments, prorating last month's rent, scheduling the pre-inspection, etc.

The trustees deed has been recorded but the holdover prior owner hasn't vacated the house.

I am planning on using them unless I get another referral. https://www.yelp.com/biz/california-deck-inspection-orcuttThe general consensus is that if there is any issue with the elevated wood structure, it's best to hire a waterproofing contractor who is working with an inspector to the do any repairs prior to inspection.

I work with a colleague that used to be a manager type prior to getting into Sales and assured me they are reputable!

Make sure you have a reliable GC in place prior to buying a deal.

This will be tough because you acquired the property title subject to the prior sellers note.

Beware of using SMS marketing without prior consent.

It's great that you have some prior experience overseeing STRs for Airbnb, but to be completely honest with you, being a property manager is by no means an entry-level position and requires a wide variety of experience to do.

@Noah Margate, you only have to have lived in it for 2 out of the 5 years prior to selling it.