See Tony Ferris' book "Park Place" (Amazon e-book) for lots of tips and great advice on remote park management.  

Came here to see if there were any other Tampa locals that wouldnt mind giving me some advice on maybe some great events to attend, areas to buy in, areas to avoid, and any tips would be greatly appreciated! 

Any advise or tips would be greatly appreciated.

Your time here will be well spent.Since you expressed an interest in buy and hold as well as multifamily units, I added links below for your review.http://www.biggerpockets.com/renewsblog/2013/01/04/how-to-rent-your-house/ (house rental guide)http://www.biggerpockets.com/renewsblog/2013/02/22/buying-rental-property/ (how to buy a rental property)http://www.biggerpockets.com/renewsblog/2014/07/19/how-to-buy-a-duplex/ (guide to buying a duplex) https://www.biggerpockets.com/renewsblog/2015/11/16/how-to-choose-areas-multifamily-deals/ (Choosing multi-family deals)Now that you have made the move, below are some links that will help with the navigation of the site. http://www.biggerpockets.com/startherehttp://www.biggerpockets.com/meethttps://www.biggerpockets.com/alertsHow to Use @Mentions on BiggerPocketshttps://www.biggerpockets.com/ruleshttps://www.biggerpockets.com/inviteshttps://www.biggerpockets.com/forums/categorieshttps://www.udemy.com/biggerpockets-real-estate-investing-course/ (video with 64 lectures and approx 6hrs of material)https://www.biggerpockets.com/real-estate-investing (Ultimate beginner's guide to REI)Before your 1st purchase, please ensure you visit the below link for some tips.https://www.biggerpockets.com/renewsblog/2014/12/19/real-estate-investing-success-smart-tips/REI books suggested by BPershttps://www.biggerpockets.com/renewsblog/2015/11/13/7-real-estate-books-beginner-investors/ (7 absolute must read books for beginner REIs)http://www.biggerpockets.com/renewsblog/2013/04/14/best-real-estate-books/?

I wanted to know what tips people have to finding a contractor.

My husband and I have our own contracting home repair business to helping out get your new property in tip top shape for renting or flipping we work hourly or by the job.  

What do you guys think is the tipping point with a PM? 

Thanks for the tips @Logan Allec. 

Thanks for the tip re Giovani. 

Your in the right place to learn and grow...Below this post click on the education link to find out more...Good luck and prosper..Eric