I pay professionals for help and can do basic tasks on my own without free labor. 

I invested as a sophisticated investor, although I have no professional accreditations.

My favorite approach is attending networking events since they offer a great mix of agents and professionals. 

Quote from @Miguel Del Mazo: Quote from @Jonathan Greene: Quote from @Miguel Del Mazo: We have 3 2/1 condos in our portfolio that attract traveling professionals (medical or otherwise) and a triplex that we essentially BRRR'd down to the studs.

I would look for a professional company like Rentwerx.Here's an eviction resource: https://guides.sll.texas.gov/landlord-tenant-law/about-evict...

Just be mindful of the following things when it comes to California.California does not recognize Bonus DepreciationCalifornia does not recognize real estate professional status.Therefore, you can potentially reduce your Federal taxes but not your California taxes.

Work with Professionals – Consider forming relationships with local appraisers, title companies, and attorneys to help with due diligence.

Readers should seek professional advice.

(One went with another manager eventually, and the property is listed for $400/month less than we listed it, and the other finally got rented to a solo professional.)

You can learn by watching a professional manage the property.