Let us know if you're open to connecting, and if you have any recommendations for meetups or networking events in the Bay Area for new investors, please share them as well!

Biggest advice I would give is get out to real estate networking events!

You have to have the personal protection either way, at which point the LLC is less important.An accountant once warned me to be careful about using the LLC to manage the properties if they are not owned by the LLC because it could potentially trigger taxable events. 

It's less than 30 minutes from pretty much any major event in the Phoenix area (20ish to the area you mentioned) and it does very well, especially in the peak season between Jan-April. 

Therefore, this provision in your PM contract effectively eliminates any opportunity for you to utilize their insurance in the event of a claim, even if listed as additional insured.

Specifying your requirements will enable you to focus on homes that meet your objectives and help you narrow down your search.Finding the ideal property may be made easier by using a variety of sources, including direct mail campaigns, real estate brokers, wholesalers, networking events, and internet listings.

Expand your network and explore social media events.

Any events or groups that you would recommend?

Welcome to BP, we host a lunch and evening networking event in the twin cities if you're in the area.

I was gonna try to digitize the property that way I could try remote managing from 6hrs away, but with me being in school I'd like it to at least break even with a PM just in case school got crazy or a life event happened .