However if you are self managing, that is work. 

This will save you time and effort, as you won’t have to travel long distances to manage different properties or handle tenant issues.For your first investment, I suggest starting with 2-4 unit properties.

We did a bunch of research on where to purchase a turn key property with management in place.  

Jeff and I lend our own money and at least for me I do have some investors that I manage their funds along with my own.

I have one rental property that I have been self managing for about 10 years but I'm looking to exploring and potentially doing my first Flip this year. 

Most likely those would be smaller apartments, sub 50 units.It is harder to find solid property management on the smaller apartments.  

Here in FL in addition to management I also broker for investors, and curate a weekly vetted STR list with local homes. 

,I have sold and been managing properties that are near the MIA and haven't had any complaints from residents who are living in them.

@Chanel Snerling if you're going to rezone in those Neighborhoods, you'd be better off going with max number of units possible.What construction project development & management experience do you have?

*Self-manage your property for at least one year to maximize profits and ensure quality guest experiences.Hopefully, this helps in some way.