@Amanda Lindsay Which property management software did you end up going with and how is your experience?

Reread what @Stuart Udis wrote.We can testify to the same challenges after 25 years in our marketplace.We also agree with @Kristian Sexton about starting with a PMC.

Its a great way to get yourself into the RE investing game.

You may be required to make estimated tax payments when the property sells.It depends on what your 2024 total taxes due were and 2025 estimated total taxes / withholding / estimated payments are.If you pay in atleast 90% of the current year tax or 100% / 110%(Depending on 2024 income), you are normally considered good.You may want to consult with an accountant for more clarification.

BRRRR method is also a great way to go - good luck!  

Canada has credit reports similar to USA.Google to see if they have a version of TransUnion that can be used to access.

I would get back to local real estate investor meetups so you can connect with locals to the area and kind of get back in the game slowly that way.

The key is to offer something different to the other homes, and be an attentive host, to get good reviews to boost OTA (Airbnb/vrbo) rankings. 

JackieIs there any way they can go and visit the current PM and also meet the new PM, or even ask the new PM to go by the office of the current PM to see if they can see if they are still in business?

They could sell them to “recoup” some of the downpayment.