I'm based in California and am struggling to find a property management service.

You need to have it fully stocked so people can cook while they are there and I tell you it is very important.You need to setup regular services for the hard systems like furnace, AC etc to keep them in top condition.

Looks like a Portfolio product that the bank will hold and service as well.I'll dig in deeper with them, but not seeing them on NMLS.  

Hello Will First, thanks for your service!

I do it's sitting right in front of me.Try going to REOMAC they are not going to charge you thousands of $$$ for it.Unfortunatly last time I checked they are only accepting "servicers" memberships now.What if I said send me your resume and I'll send it to all my AM's, would you be willing to send me a referral fee on the listing you close that came from my efforts?

I am an agent (which helps with the ROI) and I would certainly recommend my services :)

Some real estate photographers offer floor plan services as well. 

You asked about buying older properties and the biggest issues I have found is that roofs need to be replaced, HVAC needs servicing/replaced, and sometimes there are foundational issues (not super common). 

When politicians stop becoming multi-millionaires via civil service jobs than I will start to give a dang.

Note that if you are married filing joint, only the spouse who is qualifying for REPS is able to count their hours.Step 4: Apply the quantitative testsPer Section 469(c)(7)(B), in order to qualify for REPS, you must meet both of the tests below:750-Hour Test: If you materially participate in a real property trade or business, you must spend 750+ hours during the tax year.More Than Half Test: You must spend more than half of your personal service hours in the real property trade or business in which you materially participate.Step 5: Material participation in rental activities Just because you qualify for real estate professional status does not mean that your rental activities are automatically considered non-passive.