The kicker is that they never disclosed this to us previous to closing on the house, and they requested this a week later (today). 

Despite my efforts to educate them on this topic, they remain convinced.

Should I attend now or spend a few more months educating myself before going?

Bigger Pockets is a great place for education and networking. 

There is a reason that most states (including Connecticut) require property managers to be licensed, one of which is that they are required to have basic education on the rules and laws governing the practice.

Not looking to cash out refi a sub 3% for today’s current 6-7%. 

Just today I had my first problem with a set that I bought from other tenants.

Bigger Pockets is a great place for education and networking. 

As of today, the current average interest rate for a 30-year fixed mortgage in the US is 6.91%.DSCR mortgage rates are typically anywhere between 1% and 2% higher than conventional loans.Please feel free to reach out directly with any questions or concerns.  

In the beginning I'd recommend using a reputable GC, as you become more experienced you may (or may not) want to manage your project.personally before interviewing GC's I'd educate myself on Michigan contractors license laws and requirements.