Last year I re-read Rich Dad Poor Dad, and I've immersed myself in learning more about real estate investing ever since. 

We don’t know any PMCs to recommend in the area mentioned, but since selecting the wrong PMC is usually more harmful than selecting a bad tenant, you might want to read our series about “How to Screen a PMC Better than a Tenant”:https://www.biggerpockets.com/member-blogs/3094/91877-how-to-screen-a-pmc-better-than-a-tenant-part-1-services-and-processesWe recommend you get management contracts from several PMCs and compare the services they cover and, more importantly, what they each DO NOT cover.

You’ll likely find a strategy that aligns with your goals and lifestyle.Since you’ve been enjoying the BiggerPockets Money podcast, I’d also recommend checking out the Real Estate Rookie podcast—it’s great for diving into beginner-friendly strategies and learning from others who’ve been in your shoes.Feel free to reach out if you want to chat more or bounce around ideas.

I wouldn't focus singularly on individual city initiatives/projects and would recommend focusing more on fundamentals.

All these properties were bought sight unseen on their recommendations. 

Does anyone have any machines or vendors that they'd recommend that would deliver?

Hey @Joy Daniels, I read everything I can all the time.I read a few blogs that go over products and some design.

.- I recommend avoiding condos. 

.: Hello,New to posting on BP, but have been reading the forums for years. 

You can also search Google and read reviews.