One of my partners is a contractual lawyer by trade.

I hear too many horror stories about these deals where investors are now dying to trade imaginary cash flow for stability. 

We would manage the property and handle repairs, I have all of the right connections in the trades and can fix the minor things myself.

As long as you possess the knowledge to self manage and/or are able to acquire the skills managing your own properties is great.

Generally, you should 1099 each independent contractor whom you pay $600 or more in cash, check, or e-check/EFT during the tax year in the course of your trade or business.There are exceptions to this general rule, and it's important to understand what makes an activity rise to the level of a trade or business.You'll want to consult your tax advisor for the deep conversation.

. $2000 is a lot of money but if you spend close to that evicting then add to that amount the stress and grief you'll be dealing with in addition to holding costs on a non producing property that you can't work on, it makes the two grand a fair trade for freeing you from all that.

Not looking to waste anyone’s time, just would like to trade value.

This will give you a good overview to the business and teach you analysis skills using a financial calculator.

Kim the reality is This is a tough business , it’s a people based business and no one was born with these skills or “ grit” so we gotta always be open to learn and always always always keep moving forward even if it’s an inch at a time

Honestly, I don't see why trades would stay local if there isn't much work.