@Ben Yelian yeah might make the most sense to just do 3-4 to get your feet wet and build a trustworthy out of state team then scale or 1031 to something bigger like 10-50 afterwards.

I've always wondered how investors manage to purchase/manage properties remotely like this without a brother or someone trustworthy that's local.

I work with Elizabeth McKane, with RE-MAX, she knows the city well and is very helpful and trustworthy.

I realize that no matter what I'm going to have to prove that I am a trustworthy and reliable partner in any deal, but I'd like decision to be based more on the deal than on me.Sorry if this is making no sense :)

Turnkey does take some work though especially finding trustworthy provider whom you feel comfortable working with.

Whatever the slight difference here and there is - go with some place that you have trustworthy people and that will be the better investment.  

I find that it's difficult getting good and trustworthy folks that will get the job done without breaking an arm and a leg.I agree with @Jd Martin to be prepared for things to go wrong with the tenants.

Looking for a reliable, trustworthy and reputable broker in Green Bay, Wisconsin who is willing to work with investors. 

In general with trustworthy people in the right places it is a great Business model.

Just a few hundred dollars would do.Buy business cards, bandit signs, enough for a small direct mail campaign, some nice looking clothes to make you look trustworthy if you don't have them.Cheap digital camera off of ebay/craigslist.