@Nathan NoorlunRecommend exploring as many sources as possible to get referrals AND cross-reference them to get as much accurate information as possible.Check out NARPM.com, BP’s Property Manager Finder (BiggerPockets: The Real Estate Investing Social Network), etc.Also, encourage you to learn from the mistakes of others - by reading posts here on BiggerPockets about owners not having their expectations met by their current Property Management Company.

Absorb information and you'll quickly learn why I've said what I've said.

The lessons you learned the hard way in 2008 will be invaluable now, and it’s great that you’re aiming to stay small-scale and within your comfort zone of Sacramento, which gives you an advantage of knowledge in that market.Given your experience, I'd say start by focusing on three key areas to build confidence and minimize risks:Budget Control: Over-renovating was one of the big mistakes you mentioned.

First, there are small grammatical issues with their website that could indicate it might have been built by someone whose native language isn't English. 

Achieving a great cashflowing property, learning the process while executing, and great satisfaction of helping a family.

You came to the right place to learn more about real estate investing!

I am 20 years old and trying to learn as much as i can about real estate so that when i graduate college and have a steady income Ill be able to make smart investments hopefully leading to financial freedom.

Short Term Rental Management with Luke Carl is a good podcast for learning about management.

Feel free to book a 10-15-minute call to learn more.

I'm here to grow, learn, and build a community in the Staunton, Virginia area.