Hi, I'm hitting the sweet spot regarding my property management company. 

It's a one-day course taught by a lending attorney, fund manager, and a hard money lender.

I don't have any recommendations for you in those cities however I know that BP just launched a "find a Property Manager" tab in their Build a Team section.

I am also looking for Brokers and property managers who are actively working in Carbondale.

From what I understand, the process appears to be relatively synonymous, but dealing with foreign payments and foreign entities is unchartered territory for me, and I want to make sure I deal with closing and managing this property in the right way.

There was no hesitation on our part... we own 37 doors (bought between 2018-2021) and managing our real estate is our full time job; but I want to offer you a corollary as to your "why does everyone wait" question... which is to say, "Maybe SOMETIMES they should be waiting..."  

I do understand there is risk with finding a good network out of state of contractors and property managers. 

Have you thought about getting into co-hosting or management?

Are there any particular internet options, wireless/cellular, that people are using to manage the smart home features? 

It's more efficient for managing the properties.