Do you have any referrals to build a solid network on the ground?   

Then use the experience to work out the kinks and build a strong boots on the ground team.

Sadly, the place burned to the ground back in 2016.

@Lillian Pintaro,Birmingham’s a lucrative market—it’s been my stomping ground for nearly 20 years, and you can find some excellent deals if you know what you’re after and dive deep by zip code, neighborhood, and city block.For what it’s worth, we manage 2,000+ units (many for out-of-state investors) mostly in the north and west part of town—so think suburbs outside the city limits like Graysville (35073), Adamsville (35005), Mount Olive (35117), Center Point (35215), and the like.Since you’re also open to the surrounding areas, places like Odenville (to the east) and Tuscaloosa (to the southwest) could be worth checking out.

At least with FHA 203(k), you cannot do ground up construction.

I invest there and have a full team on-the-ground.

After that, if issue is addressed but ground floor tenants keep complaining - remind them that common noises are expected when living in an apartment. 

Scale up, don't just hit the ground running.

Regarding next steps, I agree that the best way to approach this would be to have one person act as boots on the ground and the other person handle the back office related items.

@Owen Wang I applaud your enthusiasm to hit the ground running!