Is this really the correct allocation of your organizations resources at this time? 

Than did all the red-tape fun to get things set, and completed soil corrections. 

Even the best property management companies (PMC) struggle with:- Finding reliable handyman and contractors (ServiceTechs)- Same with affordable ones- Tracking preventive maintenance- Tracking previous work for potential reoccurrence warranty coverage- Understanding tenant reported problems, so the correct ServiceTech can be dispatched- Determining if tenant is at fault for an issue & should be charged - and will proof stand up in court?

You're correct, many investors think that using an experienced agent is just an extra expense.   

Small is easy to maintain as long as renovations were done correctly.

This is my first post so forgive me if this wasn't the correct forum to post this question. 

Newsom signed that order post-LA fires making it illegal to increase rent beyond 10% in those areas impacted by the fires (one source: https://www.washingtonpost.com/business/2025/01/25/la-county... )If I understand you correctly, you're saying that PriceLabs is behind the increase in rates for your properties, taking them to either 10% or beyond of an increase which I'm sure is something someone on their board or engineers must be aware of- as an issue.

Here in TN we issue POQ within a couple of days of rent being overdue, usually giving them 14 days to correct before official eviction proceedings start.

Step up in basis to reduce your heirs' taxes and morePlus the real estate tax "deferral" can end up being permanent if played correctly

That's correct, I spend $140 per month on QBO ($90 for one LLC, and $50 for the other) plus my bookkeeper that averages about $500-$600 per month.Great idea, and yes I would do a trial for a few months using both.