So it sounds like data entry / invoice tracking is easier in Quickbooks which seems like a solid advantage. 

Sounds like a solid plan.

@Daniel Dang - Sounds like a solid deal to me.

I'm weary of doing remodeling when I'm clear across the country and without a solid property management company.

I am currently looking at a property in Detroit Michigan for $7k because it obviously needs repair, the seller says it should be about $25-30k in repairs and if that were the case I would still have a solid amount in reserves in case of emergency.I have a rule that if it has foundational issues it’s not worth it.

When you are ready, a solid investment can be found in almost any city at almost any time.  

Lots of great local groups around, each with pros and cons:TRIG: meetups once/month, paid membership, tons of local rooted investorshttps://www.trigofva.com/Hampton Roads Investor Group: Free, hosted by investor agents at 1st Class Real Estatehttps://www.facebook.com/group...Hampton Roads Landlord Associtaionhttps://www.meetup.com/HRLandl...

But your premise is solid and doable.

You have to have a solid team around you!

100% get solid contracts in place vetted by an attorney experienced in REI.