Hey David,Unfortunately, this is something that you as the owner would be responsible for.I am almost 100% sure that nothing in your PM Agreement will state anything regarding this.I hope that they can get them out quickly.I would ensure for the future that the PM company is securing the property correctly.Was this a forced entry?

I also use the spreadsheet below to assign responsibilities and roles for a 50/50 partnership this way there aren't future stones unturned. https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1n_bMwHPxIYY6WeE_tdCQ...

They can also handle all the paperwork and help with any legal stuff you might need to know.One thing that can help you and your tenants in the future is making sure your renters get renter’s insurance.

Keep a close eye on local markets in emerging areas around Los Angeles, where property values are likely to appreciate making future investments easier as you build equity.Let me know if you’d like financing help or need more tips along the way.Best,Drago

My goal is to acquire cash flow to help relieve some financial burden and increase options for future buy-and-hold investing.  

Even if this deal is too tight, they can  help with administrative tasks on future deals / help you scale your business.  

It's a small sample size so far but may serve as insight for near future demand trend.

I'm working on building mine with the hopes of eventually dumping my current property manager and curious to hear from others:
1. Did you use traditional marketplaces like yelp, thumbtack, angi?
2. Is it common to p...

I recommend going with turnkey deals in cashflowing markets that have a future like Columbus and growing your portfolio there.

Yes, to the first part, income today and building long-term wealth in the future.