., so you enlisted a leasing agent and made the tenant pay for it?

In reality, this is a process that requires (by law) that you enlist the aid of a Qualified Intermediary (there are a couple great ones here on BP).

HelloI am considering enlisting the guidance of a business/real estate coach.

Starting out I only knew enough about bookkeeping and QBO to be dangerous, so I enlisted a CPA firm run by Veronica Wasek (https://www.quickbooksonlineexpert.com/) who is rated as a top QuickBook advisor.

Often I have seen out of state Investors enlist the assistance of a real estate professional who knows the area and properties and can offer their expert advice including videos pointing out both positives and negative but again not without having an inspection contingency as part of the agreement. 

I would enlist the help of an experienced agent. 

I would likely enlist the service of a property management company  even if it cuts into cash flow (time/headache saved well worth the cost to me).Any help/advice/encouragement is much appreciated.

When I was enlisted I had 3 homes that I acquired through in 3 states, I used my VA loan for my primary residence and I took the other two loan from the states of Virginia and Florida, I had to provide a lot of paperwork, but in the end, it was worth it. 

Try to sell it fsbo (for sale by owner) first so you don't have to pay commissions then if that doesn't work enlist in the help of a Realtor.

I got the point on the flying analogy.......It makes sense....BUTAnytime someone says but it means they don't agree......in this case I agree but have something to add.............BUTIf you do not know how to fly you can still get in an airplane and go from point A to BYou just need an experienced PilotIf you do not know Find Someone who does........Find a way to enlist their knowledgePay them if it neccessaryBut get the knowledge.Most people could learn to fly in a single hour of instruction.Landing may take only 10 hours the min requirement to solo40 hours min to be certified.Cost 5 to 7 K $Of course your learning to fly shouldn't end there....Flying is easyTaking off a bit harderLanding the hardestInvesting First DealDifficult to get off the ground easy once you have a property to hold or rehab....like flyingLanding.....the most difficult ....getting out of the deal with a profit.In Investing As In FlyingYou should plan your trip before you leave the ground.Inspect the vehicle to be sure nothing is wrong with it.File your flight plan (business plan)Be sure you have enough fuel (funds) to reach your destination with some reserves.Be ready to abort your landing if it dosen't look right....