Both are technically correct, but because the adjective form can be used to describe any property that is tenant-ready, it can be used in discussions of REI wherein the investor finds the prop themselves and hires a PM, like you're suggesting, which is more of DIY method (ok, not completely DIY, but more so than in the definition below).

I also also put together pricing Tips sheet for these neighbors to help out with hiring contractors.Check out the website below which is particular to our community.

With no false modesty, I would put my basic floor tile installation technique up against any other professional's in my area.

best bet is to hire a full season lawn / snow service that can do your property year round..Seasonal rates for each  snow and for lawn care.. get some bids.. your going to find the good companies are probably already booked for snow and won't touch you unless you contract with them also for lawn care.. so make sure and mention that when you call.. have them do the fall clean up.. and get started right away.. 

Or if you hire professional property management.  

I'm an accounting/finance professional, and my wife and I decided 3 years ago to take the plunge into real estate investing.  

When you hire a national chain to get you a BPO, they are hiring out locals to go get the job done.

Does anyone know who to hire to have water sub-metered in Springfield, MA?

But when you talk to him on the phone before hiring him, you can ask him if he agrees to give you verbally his subjective impression of the state of the property.

How about an area with a lot of young professionals?