- Why would you expect a well-run, profitable PMC to work for free handling maintenance? 

Quote from @Monish Anand: Start by looking for personal recommendations from investors in that market, then look on realtor.com or a google search.DO NOT use agents suggested by a website like realtor, Zillow, etc.

It's important to ask yourself, and be honest with yourself, how you would handle managing tenant situations if you were to become a landlord.

Also, would this loan help build my personal credit, or would it only report to business credit bureaus under my LLC?

These resources will teach you how to handle the various tenant problems you are guaranteed to face if you invest in real estate. 

However, because I am unable to make trips to scout locations or look at homes in person.

Haven’t used it personally but a good friend of mine who self manages around 20 doors uses it and swears by it. 

You could structure it where they provide most of the down payment while you handle the management side.

Explore my personal favorites, Set For Life by Scott Trench or The Total Money Makeover by Dave Ramsey, for invaluable financial insights.3.

Hi Daniel, condos can be a great low-maintenance option for LTRs, especially for absentee landlords since the HOA handles exterior upkeep.