Feel confident turning over management.

I've had 14 SF rentals in 6 different states, using 6 different management companies. 

In the past when I am looking for a property manager I google to find all managers with physical offices in close proximity to my properties to narrow my search and ignore all sponsored adds that fake that they are local.Since you have self managed, you will be better equipped to "manage the manager".

It is my understanding that people refinance and then use those funds other ways (personal living, investing, some to buy another property) as a means to minimize tax obligation. 

Property management vs. self-managing:Self-managing—at least in the beginning—can be invaluable.

My managment company has made more than a reasonable amount of attempts to get the HOA to have this repaired. 

If there is a property manager, your success rate is going to be very low.   

At the time QB was not the best for property management.

I would focus on a strategy and you and your brother like (Do you want day to day management of a house flip?

I’ve been in the industry for several years, and my work has given me a solid understanding of property systems, maintenance, and what makes a home a great investment.I’m now looking to expand my own real estate journey by learning how to acquire and manage short-term and long-term rental properties.