Probably not a good person to hire, maybe let your bosses know. 

I am really interested in meeting any in-person groups in Boston (now-May) and Chicago (September-Onwards).

I personally wouldn't buy an old home as a rental, I only buy 1980 or newer for myself, all of my properties are in the north part of Gilbert built between 1985-2003.

Personally, I self manage but have built systems to allow it to be fully remote and very passive.

But what it's really doing is making me a better business person. 

I personally would recommend the last method.

I've got stories that would be hard to believe on some of my seller financing deals, contract on a napkin, personal check for a notarized deed, hand shake deals, etc., etc. and a LOT of fun.

I mean I got financially wiped out personally..

Insurance- personal property.  

We're based in Tampa and, in addition to personally investing, I own a mortgage company that provides financing for tons of investors.