Then just yesterday, I come across the 1099 / 1099-NEC form requirements online from my own research.

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

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.

Because you'll be the titleholder and you'll be hiring the sub-contractors, you'll be co-responsible for what they're doing.

And that’s pretty close to the response I have planned for anything that was obvious, in plain sight, or as minor as some of the things you listed.

@Laura Shinkle great advice all around in this response!

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.

A friend advised me to check reviews online and look for someone local with experience in single-family homes.

Recommended resources include books, podcasts, websites, forums, and online courses.

Each town is a little different, some require you to do a landlord registration and/or will want to do an inspection before you put a tenant in (calling the town would probably be the easiest, or they may have the info right online).