I found someone that answered the phone right away and was very great to talk to but then the google reviews were 2.9 and it was very scattered there would be a 1 star review followed by a 5 star review.

I always check the sq ft using google earth.

You can also check their reviews online at Google, Facebook, or Yelp.

I'd recommend setting up your keyword alerts in your settings so you can be notified about posts that mention your investment market or team building within that market.Additionally, most areas have groups for investors on Facebook or other social media platforms as well - get to know folks in that market and see recommendations, and connect to buying lists.Best of luck to you!

I've tried googling some historical data on rent prices and it seems that they stayed steady, even during 2008-2009. 

Would I need to set up a google form for that or is there a better way?

Google;  city REIA.  

I would do a google search and call around to see who's hiring!

I have read some horror stories of this (Google SDIRA scams, there are many). 

@Ronald Allen Barney  I read this in my initial google search on the topic.