Learn what a good one looks like, then take your time to find one.

This conversion will begin at the end of the month.I am just sharing the above to give context to my level of experience with this type of investment.I look forward to hearing from you all.

We are still relatively small with only 5 properties, 7 doors.

Where is this equity coming from? 

Builders offered everything from rate buydowns to other buyer incentives to make their homes more attractive.

It would be wise to ask your CPA the capital gains exposure once this strategy is being executed.

@Chantelle LewisRecommend 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.

From the research I’ve done so far, it seems that South Carolina taxes investment properties at 6% which makes a tax bill quite high compared to a primary home.

That means learning how to vet a manager.

Good to see a fresh face around.. how much research have you done on property management?