I tried using one company and found it clunky and had no success.2) I do one professional style letter and I do it for around $0.70 ea.

If not ask a local Realtor or the one you plan on hiring.

However, I would look into professional designations to supplement your degree.

They hired new staff to enforce these new regulations.  

We've distributed our initial round of PPMs, mostly to our network of friends & professional acquaintances, and I'd like to expand this effort and find others who'd be interested

John.Whats your reason for not hiring a PM company? 

All my advice is based off the fact that you manage your own projects and don't hire a GC, as this will save you a big chunk and will tighten your budget.

I think once you hire an operator, you will have a better understanding of the difficult market you are entering.

However, I feel that that since we have not been pre approved for a loan, we have not started looking at open houses and we have not hired an agent, September 15th is way to quick of a rush for us to get our ducks in a row. 

I would also determine ahead of time if you will be self managing or hiring a management company.