A well written management contract should clearly spell out what is expected of both the PMC and the owner, to PROTECT both and avoid misunderstandings.

When you underwrite a STR also underwrite it for long term rental as well.

Run right, well they are incorrect.

I can do dry wall patches and install sink faucets as well

I totally value and want a property manager to take the day-to-day management off my hands, but on issues with tenant damage and I would like to be kept up to date on matters, as well as have copies of all notices provided to the tenants for my own record keeping. 

Most of the mobile homes priced well and in good condition sell within 14 days on facebook marketplaceHowever, there are 3 problems I've run into. 

Well done, David!

However, we did due diligence and took her through the screening process she had good credit, passed background check but her income wasn't sufficient , former landlord spoke well of her.

My budget is probably no more than 375K, but am open to 1Br's as well.  

Whether that be starting the side hustle of real estate investing, or finding a new job, but, personally, I would not suggest you leave a well paying job until you have started down the path of real estate investing on the side.