You dont have a brand yet, that comes with a reputation.

Locally is not an option as I'm in Toronto :) The company is very famous and reputable so I don't think they're being shady.

Know what your doing and use a reputable attorney

If you do recommend, where do you find reputable people to work with? 

@Scott DeMichele I’m glad to hear that Bigger Pockets has a great reputation!

My biggest concern was figuring out how to determine if a title company is reputable/etc since I have used my realtor's preference previously.

Interview reputable bookkeepers in your area.

It is a very selfish strategy and will get you a bad reputation of someone who doesn't follow through on their word.

I have a 2bed/2 bath condo that is in the process of being rented out, but I need someone reputable, trustworthy, and a great communicator to manage it. 

I have been doing a lot of research in how to get into real estate and have a pretty good grip as to what what the necessary steps you need to complete in order to do your first deal (find a lender, become acquaintances with an agent or seller, locate a reputable contractor/property manager, etc.) but am a little unsure as to which order I should focus on these steps in.