Or if you have an investor friendly agent they can help identify properties that are in very good condition and link you to a property management company.

In my area it is easy to verify property taxes and I have a good insurance agent that that I talk and as a result have a good working knowledge of what they cost will be in my area.

I would consult a real estate agent or property manager on the price for the rental even if you plan to self rent and manage.

Networking with local investors and real estate agents is essential.Good luck!

The individual agents/teams within the brokerage are the ones that set out to establish a niche to work with investors.If you're looking for a broker primarily focused on working with investors, you may want to speak with commercial brokers and agents.

I'm a local real estate investor/agent, and I’d be happy to connect and chat more.

If I wanted more information, I'd call some of the rental units for sale, property managers, and real estate agents in the area to get a pulse on what's going on down there.

.: I'm curious how CA agents can make a living with laws like AB2992 that state:"If the out-of-pocket costs to pay their agent remain too great and the seller and buyer have not yet reached an agreement on the sales price and/or terms, the buyer may walk away from the subject property provided there is an exit clause, proceed without representation, or approach the seller's agent about possible dual agency representation." 

Agents want to sell you the house and then walk away.

You can do your own research or find a good local agent.