Quality will be relative to the cost. 

Unfortunately, there is a good number of illegitimate PMs and contractors in the Cleveland area, BUT quality property management does exist here.

@Pat McQuillan For your out-of-state investment property, you can maximize tax write-offs by deducting mortgage interest, property management fees, maintenance, repairs, travel expenses for property-related business, and landlord insurance premiums.

One block can perform very well, and another block will destroy you.Before you invest, I recommend you locate a quality PM that can help you narrow down markets, determine which rentals perform best, cross-check sales prices and rent rates, and take over management right away.The biggest mistake you could make is to get talked into buying in the wrong neighborhood and then learning that the good managers won't touch it. 

I am a handyman with a lot of experience in residential and commercial maintenance, so I would like to be close to my first investments so I could take care of the management and repairs myself.

I specialize is finding unique solutions to novel problems and have a robust team/network of quality contractors.

.- Make sure the property appraises for the calculated ARV (After Repair Value) to get the best loan terms.- Consider the loan terms, interest rates, and any prepayment penalties.

Sure grandma's couch is out there but so are lots of quality, stylish furniture that people need to get rid of because of downsizing or moving.:)

Good to see people creating high quality rentals. 

The same applies to your financial health when it comes to taxes.Remember, when you pay for quality CPA services, you’re not just paying for tax compliance; you’re also paying for advisory services that help you make the best financial moves and tax strategies.