Though, this process will be the same for the other state (if you created a CA LLC you may need to register it as a foreign LLC in the state in which you are doing business/holding property).

Do you use any tools or services to automate the process, or is it something you manually handle?

I'm open to suggestion regarding strategy and location and willing to put in more work for better returns, but I certainly need to grasp a better understanding of the process to get started across the border. 

This is very much a learning process for me 50% rule, 2% rule so on so forth.

How has your process been going so far?

Ask the manager to explain their process for dealing with maintenance, late rent, evictions, turnover, etc.

In the process of analyzing deals, I reached out a property manager for his fees.

You want both of them to be real estate experts so the process will be smooth. 

Can someone walk me through the thought process I should be using when constructing the offer?

Offering a streamlined process, no repairs or renovations prior to selling, no market costs or agents fees for my family member, in return I will gain invaluable experience in the market and in the field along with providing my family with wholesale services.