Some are self-managed, some are not.

As for managing the property I am moving out of - the place I am moving to is only 15 mins down the road so I am planning to self manage for now. 

@Sam Alpha  I think this thread is effectively over. 

Your landlord is both not too swift, and is also self-managing a $3000+/month rental.

Any tips on targeted marketing, effective lead generation, or even some "outside-the-box" tactics?

Also Solo 401k could be a better option for you if you're self employed with no FT W2 employees.   

Start small, network with other investors, and use tools like BiggerPockets calculators to analyze deals effectively.

Simplifying to a single operational entity (Series LLC) for rentals and management can effectively meet your goals while minimizing costs.

I will educate myself better regarding laws so I can handle these matters effectively going forward.Quote from @Steve K.: Why would you need the tenants permission to send an inspector in?

Not too shabby for land appreciation.That said, I’d keep an eye on the Elon Effect down southeast.