We own over 100 units in San Diego and have always self-managed. 

Had an issue with trying to self-permit a build a few years back that was an HPR but had an "A" and "B" designation.

Class A properties can almost auto-run themselves, but Class C/D properties can take a LOT of time.At one point I was self-managing 25 Class A & B properties and could do it despite working 60 hours a week at my day job.

I've helped self-managing investors find good property management after disastrous DIY experiences, and I've helped investors with terrible property management find qualified and reputable companies.

Much of the information in these reports is self-reported and not verified. 

Yeah for sure, I meant to say that buying in the U.S. you might be able to self manage if you want but international you probably don't have the option but I didn't express that super well.

Quote from @Jaxin Pierce: I'm a self-starter entrepreneur who owns a vending machine business.

My goal is to continue to acquire more cash flowing rentals to eventually leave my day job and just self manage the rental properties. 

He did a book for Bigger Pockets, but by large Bigger Pockets is not so pro Sub2 so not sure why they allowed this other than he is an expert at self promotions, etc..

Your account structure depends on your goals for growth and if you plan to self-manage or hire a PM.