The owner owns it free and clear and it's managed by a local property manager.

Property Management and Found it.

Before making any decisions, review the information provided by San Francisco's Office of Short-Term Rentals website, consult with local experts such as real estate agents or property management companies that specialize in STR.

If you find a property, call a PM and tell them you have a property and you'd like to talk with them about managing it - ask about how they handle tenants/evicitons/screening/ and most importantly do they cover the area your property is in.... if the answer is NO then RUN AWAY.  

It's essential to familiarize yourself with the local landlord-tenant laws and work with a reputable property management company to ensure smooth operations.Short-Term Rental Laws: Philadelphia has regulations on short-term rentals, but it is still possible to operate Airbnb and similar platforms within the legal framework.

If it's only 2 properties and I manage them.

@Nathaniel LinnIn order to invest in real estate, start connecting with local agents, property managers and lenders in Ohio.

I am currently living in Colorado and have talked to some property managers down in San Antonio.

I’m working with my father on managing his RE. 

House hacking will also give you some personal "property management" experience.