Sometimes seasoned investors want to sell part of their portfolio because they are tired of managing properties, need quick liquidity, or are looking to 1031 exchange into something bigger.

That makes the investing and property management a LOT easier.  

If the lienor failed to follow the statutory requirements to perfect the lien, the title insurer will probably advise the management company of the problem and request they record a release. 

I'm looking for a spreadsheet or tool to use an example to log and track hours spent on real estate Managment.

Since we will be investing remotely, we plan to work with a property management company to oversee day-to-day operations.Does this sound like a solid strategy for a first investment property?

I did manage to get the flip rented out on a lease option.

If it's a lender that does not allow me to speak to an underwriter, see guidelines, or speak to an account manager, I will try not to work with them, unless I know the Account Executive is very experienced. 

I own a property management company and also a contracting company in Ventura.   

@Adam Poffenbarger are you self managing? 

I'm using a property management software (TurboTenant) for rental applications and screening reports, and they charge each prospective tenant $45 for this service.However, the Wisconsin State Legislature states that the landlord can only charge the actual cost of a credit report (up to $25).