I’ve heard attorneys who specialize in self directed retirement accounts say you can put the lease agreement together and even show the property to prospective tenants andof course you could manage it.  

It takes a lot of preparation - from the farmer to the butcher to the marinade. 

On the construction side I have an advantage because I'm a very experience contractor that can handle multiple big or small projects, specially out of state.I started now because I got all my systems in place!

Best to prepare before doing so, so that you can meet with (or terminate) your existing PM, view your rehab, and meet with the new PM(s) and contractor(s) before finalizing things and heading back out. 

I guess nothing fully prepares you but life experience and the school of hard knocks!

A balanced market is typically around 6 months of inventory, so a lower number represents a seller's market with limited inventory.Here Comes I-11: Workers are preparing for a major road project to update panels on 1,075 signs between the Henderson Spaghetti Bowl and the Kyle Canyon Road interchange.

I recommend finding an accountant who specializes in real estate taxation and tax planning.You may want to consider working with your accountant remotely to expand your options.I would also recommend looking for a accountant willing to work with you throughout the year.

Yes you can do it yourself, but for placing a tenant, are you prepared to drive there and do showings (you can group them on the same day)? 

This non-profit specializes in fair housing practices/housing discrimination on Long Island, "Our mission is the elimination of unlawful housing discrimination and promotion of decent and affordable housing through advocacy and education."

You are unlikely to find quality advice for $100 that would save you $5,000 while you prepare your taxes yourself.