Do NOT find random people on Google, always ask for referral from experienced REI in those markets.4.

I have started small and out of state where I am entrusting people based on referrals.

Quote from @Michael Smythe: @Steve K.Recommend exploring as many sources as possible to get referrals AND cross-reference them to get as much accurate information as possible.Check out NARPM.com, BP’s Property Manager Finder (BiggerPockets: The Real Estate Investing Social Network), etc.Also, encourage you to learn from the mistakes of others - by reading posts here on BiggerPockets about owners not having their expectations met by their current Property Management Company.

Feel free to PM me and I'll get you specific referrals. 

Also, if you ever have anyone looking to invest in TX, let me know, I will hook you up on the referral fee! 

You can also become great referral sources for one another =)

Message me if you would like some referrals of property managers that provide On Island Agent service.

try to find direct referrals from people you trust.

The difference is night and day between using someone you find online or in a search vs a personal referral. 

I have a good referral for a lender that could get you the next loan at not a rate that is too high.