I have been reluctant to do that to this point because I don't want to develop a newbie reputation and not be taken seriously.

Mark is very active on BiggerPockets and has a stellar reputation.  

Trying to find a respectable property manager in Minnesota, the twin cities.I am faced with a career change and I think finding a consistent job at a reputable property manager or another real estate business would be a good next step in my real estate investment.Any opinions on a good field seek entry into or a good company to inquire into would be much appreciated.

Your reputation is all you have, and once its in the mud, thats it.

My property management software pushes my listings out to 60+ web sites.You can do the same by using TenantCloud or other software available to Landlords, usually for free.

Based upon national avenuerage assuming nothing else you'd be looking at 2,200 for someone reputable, insured.

You are only as good as your reputation!

You could get a judgment and file it, then if she wins the Lottery I think theoretically you get paid first.REALLY going to do this to a widow on SSI.. holy cow no wonder landlords have a terrible reputation.. 

Greetings BPers,Looking for recommendations of reputable property management firms with experience managing 25+ unit condo buildings in the Oakland, CA area.Thanks in advance!

Here is that list:KitchenWindow near panty doesn't openPantry shelves and storage areas not cleanedOld items left in apartment (former tenant's junk in closets, etc)Hole in bottom and side of cabinet above stove (just an fyi)Floor has damaged areas (fyi only)Back Corner BedroomBroken exterior window, glass not cleaned upBlind missingWindow not sealedCrack in ceiling in closet (fyi only)Middle BedroomBlind in right side is brokenLarge BathroomFan makes loud high pitch noise (only sometimes)Minor stains in floor (clean if possible, or just fyi)Molding is cracked on tub (fyi)Blind doesn't work properlyFront BedroomBoth blinds missingFront ClosetItems left behindLiving RoomWindow sills very dirty, have spider websSmall cabinet to right of fireplace difficult to open/shutFireplace is not cleaned - wood and ashes left behindStain on entry french doors (looks like a booger)GeneralHot water does not workAll window sills are very dirty, some have spider webs (screens were left open allowing spiders to access)Many electrical outlets are recessed further than they should be - some plugs may not be able to plug inWindows (interior or exterior are dirty/stained)Door from dining room to kitchen should be removed (no door handle from dining room side and door scratches ground)Vegetation at front door needs to be cut back (covering mailbox, blocking entry to door)Exterior of house is dirty, should be power washed - looks like a sore thumb in the neighborhoodWe basically agree on having the apartment cleaned (windows, "booger" thing, etc), loose items removed, removing the door, correcting the vegetation and having all of the blinds replaced, hot water being corrected.