If you have $$$ to invest I'd find out who the most successful and reputable stakeholders in your area are and see if you can invest with them as long as they would be willing to mentor you as well.

Further, the examples provided by the TK do provide for taxes but NOT insurance, vacancy, maintenance, PM fee.Example- Memphis property in zip 38118 C or B neighborhood. 3/2- Complete rehab by a TK with a good reputation from what I understand.

I would like to get in touch with a good contractor for my area.  Interested in rehabing properties between New Orleans, Hammond, and Baton Rouge. Maybe someone who can take the time to investigate a property with me ...

@Brandon Hall great information i guess any reputable CPA that deals with investors would be able to correctly guide me on the best actions.

Depending on how bad the damage is, I would get a quote from a reputable carpet cleaning company and if it's a reasonable amount and they expect it to come clean, offer to split it with the tenant. 

Does any local investors have suggestions on a reputable company? 

Hi, we will be expanding out our SFR rehab flips throughout California and  I am looking for additional reputable Hard Money lenders who have the ability to close deals within 7-10 days.

For houses, find a reputable flipper.

Would anyone be able to recommend a solid and reputable management company out of state?

Go with a reputable Flat Fee Listing company.