But, to act with confidence what we really need is wisdom -- an element of judgement to separate what *can* be done to what *should* be done.I say this because earning commas and letters after your name means you've attained information and knowledge about an area. 

I am from the rural south and the dream was not attainable at that time.

On the other hand, when I am in a position to utilize this technique in the right are, on a great piece of property, it takes that impossible goal, and turns it into a tough yet attainable goal. 

(CRMC).These are companies that have been audited by the National Association of Residential Property Managers and have demonstrated a high standard for both procedures and customer service.I believe the best way to find a good property manager is to seek a property manager out and has invested in advanced training and education and has attained designations, usually they also have years of experience.

However, I'm curious what other, more experienced individuals use to attain bathrooms and kitchens that look great now and 10,15 years from now?

If they are on the level, they will be among the best tenants you will ever find, as many of them hope to someday attain green card status (some do not, of course). 

Right now I am checking out parts of LA and riverside because of housing prices and rent attained, but I haven't found anything that makes sense on the calculators.

These are property managers that work on furthering their education and staying up with best practices and property management.Also look at what designations the property managers may carry such as residential management professional (RMP) or Master property manager (MPM) is the highest designation and individual property manager can attain.  

I think New Mexico is similar to GA with respect to the ownership and redemption periods.As already mentioned, just be sure to research thoroughly and/or team-up with someone who you can work with on a few deals or so---It's good to have likeminded people to help you attain your goals----just a thought----Hope this Helps You.Much Success As You Invest!

(CRMC).These are companies that have been audited by the National Association of Residential Property Managers and have demonstrated a high standard for both procedures and customer service.Again, I believe the best way to find a good property manager is to seek a property manager out and has invested in advanced training and education and has attained designations, usually they also have years of experience.