Ask how they handle routine maintenance and emergencies and whether they have established relationships with cost-effective and reliable vendors.By focusing on these critical factors, you’ll be in a solid position to hire a property manager who can take the stress out of managing your rental property while helping you maximize your investment.If anyone has more specific questions, feel free to ask—I am happy to share more detailed advice!

We don't believe you can automate property management--you're absolutely right the business is hyper-local and other factors you listed. 

Investment Info:Small multi-family (2-4 units) buy & hold investment.

I’m currently on the hunt for my first investment property in Colorado, and I wanted to share my experience and hear from anyone who's been navigating the same market.

The choice between maintaining liquidity versus reducing debt will largely depend on your priorities and future investment plans.As for subdividing or CPRing the property, there are several advantages.

All those things factor into this arena though.  

I have been investing in Kansas City and St Joe since just before the pandemic.

Good luck & happy investing! 

Geographic Expansion: Don’t restrict your investments to one location.

That being said I see clients achieving 2x monthly cashflow returns on investments even with 7% mortgages.