I was trying to help too much in the newb forums and now it's like brain freeze.

The ability to effectively self manage would depend on the scale you are trying to buy. 

Now I am trying to buy a 2nd and rent my current home long term.

Vacant properties can sometimes be the way to go because you can try and get top market rent, as well as include any fees or protocols that might not be in a standard lease.  

Copenhagen is too expensive.I'm trying to assemble a team of the following:- Carpenter- Someone who knows the legal side and. is handy with tools + can talk to people. - Me, I know the financials.

Must be market by market or builder by builder.

Accountability must be demanded by Californians, and the nation as a whole. 

Try it out first test out whether or not you two are a good fit before building a massive portfolio together.Create an operating agreement for your LLC, and create a partnership agreement, defining roles and expectations.

As much as I can I try to keep my clients out of serious foundation repair as it is typically not a one time repair, but an ongoing issue over time. 

Let us say you want to have a Section 8 rental, then first try to define what you can afford and where is that money will come from.