I suggest you start out by meeting like minded people and here is a link to a local meetup in the OC: https://www.biggerpockets.com/forums/521/topics/1225233-ocre...Good Investing...

It's important to keep in mind that everyone you hire is providing you a service - no one is guaranteeing you any outcome.

Hey Deirdre,To address your questions:Providing freedom by handling day-to-day operations.Offering peace of mind through proactive maintenance and tenant communication.Reducing risks by staying ahead of legal requirements, tenant screening, and dispute resolution.Enhancing the bottom line by identifying cost-saving opportunities while ensuring tenant satisfaction to reduce turnover.Is the experience still important when the property thrives financially?

I have been following the Real Estate Investing industry for a while and just recently decided to put my focus into it and implement a plan I had in mind for years.So I went down to Puerto Vallarta I put together a team of local realtors, brokers, contractors, property managers and a lawyer. 

I would generally say no if you don't have a property unless you're looking for peace of mind knowing that you've set your financial life properly. 

The amount of ideologically inspired nonsense online is mind-boggling. 

I’m curious what markets you’ve invested in if you don’t mind sharing.

I'd love to hear what you're paying and who you're using for them if you wouldn't mind sharing, either here or PM.

Also keep in mind as time goes on typically your yield will increase because of the rent growth. 

I’m still new to real estate, so my knowledge might not be perfect—please be mindful!