I self-managed and learned to build the houses with my Handyman.  

Know how and who is going to manage, speak with local PM companies (if not self managed) do some due diligence on projections, nightly rates and optimally visit (if haven't already) the areas you're exploring investing in.

Before everyone comments there is more to underwriting than projecting exit cap rate and it varies by market, know that I already know that, and this post is regarding a general concept and a question posed get your thoughts. 2.

Examples of unilateral NDAs include those for employing new staff or enlisting a project expert.In a mutual or bilateral NDA, information is exchanged between both parties and both parties are to keep the information exchanged secret.

The problem is that I live in California (which is cost prohibitive for me currently to "buy local") and must rely on remote management that is local to the investment area. 

I am wondering if any experienced landlords or property managers in Seattle have ever come across this issue before?

My Name is Angie and I'm looking to start learning about Real Estate Management and Investing.

If you are buying it as an investment property, you are buying it at a much higher rate than a traditional owner-occupied loan so you must be in a primary residence now and are just planning a just-in-case scenario.At first, I thought this was a no-brainer answer as if you can do whatever you want, but those investment loans are banking on the income projected as part of the collateral for the loan so it's a good question.A seasoned lender or someone who has had to move back into one of their properties will get you the best answer.

I have an investment property that I probably have held on for too long and I recently began helping manage the properties in my family's trust.

My mortgage payments are currently $2,841.40/month and my property management fees are 4% (I'm striking a deal with a property manager I trust so I'm super thankful for them giving me such a low rate).