@Edwin AlvarezI recommend finding local meetups to attend. https://www.biggerpockets.com/forums/521I have found all of my best connections at local meetups.

Along with your list, consider building a local team in each market to make managing your STR easier.

In one case they used a notary at the local US consulate.

They could also call the local board of realtors and talk to the grievance or professional standards dept to file a complaint.

You can connect with the local chamber of commerce and/or planning and development departments to find what is coming to the area that would create some appreciation.

Attractive digital marketing fliers, 3d tours, professional tours, rent specials, and competitive pricing all help too!

@Ritu MahajanBuild a solid local team, including contractors, property managers, and lenders experienced with BRRRR.

Find them at local real estate meetups, but be careful, it's a sketchy business overall.

As for finding a contractor, asking local investors for recommendations is a great start.

Here are additional comments:1) Buying out of state removes any local knowledge you have from assisting in your success, including knowing areas, people and costs. - We always recommend buying your first rental locally if possible and DIY managing to learn as much as possible before investing OOS.2) Lots of crooks and incompetents in the PMC world:( They both cost you money.- As already stated, you'll have a small portfolio.