Managers get trashed by former tenants all the time and we struggle to make social media happy.

Use as many social and advertising channels you can at the least cost possible.

Have a planned/practiced 1-2 sentences about how you help people buy and sell real estate.Keep your expenses low, track not only what you spend (personal, and business), and track your "lead indicators"...x hours daily lead generating, # people you talked with daily about real estate, # social media posts you created about real estate topics.  

Not only can you keep a closer tab on what your kids are getting into as they grow up but it will help them build a social circle.

Look for beginner-friendly courses to build your knowledge base.Networking and Mentorship:Join Real Estate Forums: Engage with online communities such as BiggerPockets, where you can ask questions, share experiences, and learn from seasoned investors.Attend Local Meetups: Look for real estate investment clubs or meetups in your area.

To own a property in a particular location is a commitment to visit and engage there (in my opinion).

In my efforts to scale to 5 in Colorado Springs (also starting as a social worker). 

California would much rather you stick to your W2 job, your 401K, to count on social security and the safety net.

Also, working with a realtor with good social media exposure can be additional free marketing for your property.

If your tenants stream pirated movies, post illegal content or engage in illicit online business, you will be the first point of contact from the cable company or authorities.