You are looking at it correctly, as others mentioned trying to avoid a PG is challenging, especially when starting out. 

Regular smoke detector does not pick up the smoke.

I'm not so sure and I think some are finding out that it's not so easy.

If not, we work with a builder in the Charlotte area that has duplex's for $499K.

This includes hiring an inspector to check for structural problems, arranging for a pest inspection, and getting a professional appraisal to ensure the property's value matches the bank's asking price.

@Courtney HamiltonRecommend exploring as many sources as possible to get referrals AND cross-reference them to get as much accurate information as possible.Check out NARPM.com, BP’s Property Manager Finder (BiggerPockets: The Real Estate Investing Social Network), etc.Also, encourage you to learn from the mistakes of others - by reading posts here on BiggerPockets about owners not having their expectations met by their current Property Management Company.

Think of a tool like FollowUpBoss, but for PMC's and MF professionals, instead of realtors.We wanted to create something that can aid a standard PM software, and help PMC's expand thier portfolio without having to onboard a bunch of agents, automating the entire leasing process.Do you think a tool like this is needed?

I own a property free and clear, that I want to rent out.

To get rid of the smell we have tried the following: 1.

I just feel more comfortable to start manage nearby homes to get comfortable before we can venture to out of town places.Maybe this way of thinking is not even the best approach to start out the investing.