Be mindful with Airbnb as well.

However, I am confident that I would be able to successfully generate buyer and seller leads at scale using Google/Facebook/Instagram ads, so I am tempted.I've also thought about using my marketing experience to get leads for distressed properties and then wholesale them, but again I'm a newbie when it comes to investing in real estate, so I don't even know if that's practical in my area (Seattle).Are there any other paths I could take that comes to mind?

A lot of it is how much is it worth to you for the piece of mind to not handle those few things. you may want to consider a PM, and let them handle everything, this will take a lot off your plate.

A solid roof in a wet place like FL might be good for some peace of mind.

I haven't made up my mind yet.

I like your idea above with regards to the 10% extra management fee however in my experience this has a very very small likelihood of changing the PMs mind.

Please keep in mind, the transfer and recordation rate is 2.2% (seller and buyer pays 1.1% each) for properties sold at $399,999 or less.

I want to do the upgrades with resale in mind.

Keep in mind that a Property Manager makes *MORE money to fill a vacancy* than to keep tenants happy.

Also, Andrew if you don't mind I'd like to get your opinion on a deal in Eastover that I'm considering putting an offer on.