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I previously responded but it was removed as BP saw it as self-promotion.

If you’re in a good area just self manage.

This would be my first time renting out rooms.

I self manage though and just use handmen for repairs.

Intend to self manage the property.

If it's an easy cosmetic deal I wouldn't sweat over it too much as long as major items look good - plumbing, electrical, foundation, roof, HVAC, zoning, etc.This is why for first timers it's a lot easier to go with on-market or off-market sourced with an agent than wholesalers.

Self-employment tax.

I self-manage the property; I live like 20 mins away from it, it's a Class A neighborhood, the house was built in 2021.

Some investors use leasing agents with a lockbox setup for showings, but you still have to coordinate repairs, inspections, and make sure things actually get done.I wrote a post on the pros/cons of long-distance self-management.