More importantly, they executed post closing operations and duties seamlessly with excellent design, furnishing, launch and management.  

It usually comes down to pricing.Great question to ask property management companies in the market.

For those unaware, I do Property Management in Ohio.

Sec. 1.469-5T(f)(2)(ii)) – such hours include: studying and reviewing financial statements, searching for new properties, education, preparing summaries of the finances or operations, or managing the finances of an activity in a nonmanagerial capacity.Keep in mind that REPS can include a real estate agent and tasks that count can be different than a real estate investor....

I posted an article under general property management yesterday about using virtual assistants.

Our efficient project management ensured the renovations were completed on time and within budget.

I feel like Vancouver is a nice size - big enough to find quality property management and trades, but small enough to be a little less urban.If this is an area you'd like to live in the future it may make a lot of sense.I might suggest a three bedroom, but will be interesting to see what others think. 

I recommend you read some books about how to manage properties well, use a strong contract, know that contract inside/out, know your state law inside/out, build policies and procedures to catch and stop problems quickly, know how to screen and select good applicants, etc.An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure.

It will be self managed, I will be near the unit (less than 5 mins away) to clean and take care of any issues.My numbers:Approx Value of Home $240-280kCurrent monthly cost / $860 mo (mortg,ins,tax)Utilities / $250. mo (elec,gas,water,trash,internet)Cost to run as AirbnbApprox monthly cost with STR insurance ($250/mo?)

Our efficient project management ensured the renovations were completed on time and within budget.