The economy is strong here.

Welcome to the community, Nish. 

The owner is making money so the PM should also make money.

Here is a summary of the book.https://www.nateliason.com/notes/long-distance-real-estate-investing-david-greeneIf the numbers doesn't make sense for you locally, that's the time you explore other route. 

My name and personal cell come up easily.Finding deals: I send letters to people behind on mortgage.

I'd say the biggest landmine to watch out for is our property taxes.

After reading the rest of your responses, I see that you're coming here for a job. 

When it comes to multis, you'll also be able to add in your tenants rents as qualifying income on the property which helps tremendously.

Especially in the kitchen.

Show the math on paper.