That Last sentence to your response is "mic drop" worthy @Randy Achi! 

------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Recommend 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.

This is not accurate.

For example, if your old tenant moved out November 25th and you place a new tenant 15 days later, then you can hold the old tenant responsible for 15 days of unpaid rent.4.

thank you for your time..That response is very fair.

It’s also great for building a trusted brand in your market.5.Customer Service is KING: Prompt responses and proactive communication are non-negotiable.

@Laura Shinkle great advice all around in this response!

Quote from @Andrew Pierce: Thanks for your responses Erik and @Patrick Roberts ! 

A neighbor has brought to my attention that a dead tree on my new property is at risk of falling onto their shed and home and that I would be responsible.

You want an accountant who can help you strategize and who is responsive when you want to know the consequences of the financial decisions you are making throughout the year.Good luck.