This is why so many companies are leaving states like California.Pro-business environment: Companies want to focus on their core business, not fight anti-business policies.Significant infrastructure: Companies favor cities with substantial airports, freeway systems connecting to other cities, and more.

A third party company that integrates with our system.

You need a solid proven system to find the deals.  

The Class system (A, B, C) can vary by market, but here's my general breakdown:Class A: High-end, desirable neighborhoods.

That system is basically: 1/ take advantage of PMLs who don't understand the market, 2/ Take that money and use it for a predatory lending scheme.

My question about the 10K club is why do we need 40+ ways to find deals when he states that his system does it for us?

This will happen in a market with balanced supply and demand, in a monetary system like the US, with fiat currency targeting 2% inflation.- In some markets, that are growing quickly, with great jobs and lots of inbound migration, this could be a little higher - like 4-5% per year over long time periods as demand outpaces supply.

I've also considered just flying back to town and showing it myself as it would be roughly the same cost to do that versus a property management company, if not a less.

Many times, your realtor or resources like BiggerPockets can provide solid recommendations.It’s not as tough as it seems, but the key is taking your time to build the right network and systems.

Quote from @Jonathan Small: @Theresa Harris good point that cash flow is hindered if you have debt on the property, versus it being paid off.