A PM is a professional in managing property, not plumbing.  

Michael,   A good book to purchase is "Professional Real Estate Development: The ULI guide to Business.   

To properly evaluate the condition and determine the cost of renovations, always have a professional inspection done before making a purchase.4.

Many investors I have worked with buy in out-of-state markets with steady job growth, strong rental demand, and landlord-friendly laws.For first-time investors, I highly recommend working with a professional property manager.

Did you work with any real estate professionals (agents, lenders, etc.) that you'd recommend to others?

I am primarily hosting traveling medical personnel because there is a lot of demand for these professionals in our area and because my units are suited to their needs.

It gives you the power of a professional real estate bookkeeper but it's simple enough for someone who is not a fan of bookkeeping to stay on top of things because the User Experience is well thought out.

Are they professional in their interactions?

If additional funds are required or if a professional is unable to resolve the issue, Lula will reach out to you directly.Let me know if you have any questions! 

My name is Chad, I am a renovation construction PM professionally, currently starting a search to find/ invest in some Indianapolis and local area fix and flip projects.