I also understand that any advice/opinion on this forum is for informational purposes only, each situation can be unique, etc etc.  

My goal is to leverage my hospitality background to create unique and profitable real estate opportunities.I’m here to learn from the collective wisdom of the BP community and share my experiences as I navigate this new journey.With gratitude and excitement,

The president apparently knew my grandfather who lives in Wichita and recognized us because of our very unique last name. 

To avoid going through the same poor experience, keep reading.Even if someone gives you a referral here, do NOT make the mistake of assuming that the PMC will meet your expectations, just because they met the expectations of the referral source.In our experience, the #1 mistake owners make when selecting a Property Management Company (PMC) is ASSUMING instead of CONFIRMING.It's often a case of not doing enough research, as they don't know what they don't know!

The property is unique so you would do well with families who also need to WFH so insurance displacement would be ideal.

This shows if they understand the unique needs of someone who isn’t local.Local market knowledge – Get their thoughts on the current market and what trends they’re seeing in your target area.Communication and responsiveness – Ask about their preferred communication methods and how quickly they respond to inquiries.

It would also be wise to educate yourself on what a good PM does and doesn't do, how they do it, what they charge and why, etc.My book, The DIY Landlord, will be out in December and can teach you how to select or supervise a property manager.

Here's an article with things to consider when selecting a cost segregation company.

Years ago I have sent yellow letters to 1,000 selected addresses in a suburb of Milwaukee.

I spent considerable time pulling comps and estimating fair market value, but given the unique features of this property, it was challenging to reach a confident valuation.