Meeting the material participation hours is absolutely doable, even with a property manager, as long as you stay actively involved in key tasks like marketing, bookings, and bookkeeping.

Sometimes I had to beg for extensions because I couldn't finish tasks on time.

This used to be a near-impossible task for a company like BiggerPockets, but technology and 3rd party solutions are getting better.

Thanks for sharing more details - we do agree that the PMC seems to be lacking in performing their services. 

Handle Legalities:Make sure you have all the permits required for the task you intend to perform.

Managing tenants yourself is no small task, but I’d say it’s often a blessing in disguise.

You'd have to stick to tasks like messaging guests, scheduling cleaners, etc.

I use Google Calendar and Tasks for a lot of stuff.- You can create a Meeting, but use it to also take notes and set task reminders. 

I'm quickly learning that getting a mortgage isn't a simple task.

Instead, outline specific tasks or areas that need attention.