Once I have become successful with the first property, of course, I will seek to invest into my second property, then from there I would like to add a few properties per year to my list.

How do I trust the information given by these essential pillars of out of state investing and remove the veneer of these representatives seeking their commission or monthly dues allotted to PM companies and effectively gather the data I need to move forward?

I'd like to get some honest opinions on seeking out some advice to see what seasoned vets think I should do.

How about an area with a lot of young professionals? 

However, he is currently seeking a new small business, so some source of income should be available within a year.

In other words, it only benefits a buyer or tenant to seek the help of a broker.

Laws can be different in each state.Now is the time to seek advice from an experienced real estate attorney in your area to prevent any serious mistakes you might make dealing with these people.

There will always be worries and concerns, but with a professional PM company in place managing them for you then you should be fine.

I would say let them apply and have them have a local professional fill out your form certifying that they require a service animal as allowed per your state regulations.

If you start seeing properties you like give some property managers a call to make sure you'd be able to have it professionally managed.If I had $80-120k waiting to be invested and lived in LA, NY, SF, etc.