Another option is to split the cost based on the number of occupants in each unit but this also means you'll need to adjust the charges as tenants move in/out, so it requires more work and I wouldn't recommend it.

She's an accountant in CT, but lives in CR most of the year, so I would assume she knows some local folks.

However, your goal should be to make instructions/communications/labels/etc. clear enough so you get few calls and just a handfull of messages. 

Cash flow is difficult here in California, and so I'm looking for opportunities that have strong appreciation and long-term growth opportunities with strong tenant bases to complement my long-term investment strategy.I appreciate any insight and stories.

I knew that the property would be easy to sell to another investor or owner occupant, as it was affordable and a 3BR/2BA of 1,650SF so it checks the boxes for many prospective buyers.

She even went so far as to stage it for us. 

Thank so much! 

Most will not do 100% loan-to-value so plan on something less than that for the loan amount.2.

And don’t overthink—your first deal doesn’t have to be perfect; it just has to get you in the game.You’ve already taken a big step by asking for guidance, so keep that curiosity alive and stay consistent —let’s crush it!

So far, I've reached out to a company called Lloyd Security who appear to be able to help with wifi surveillance and access panel.