Son and daughter manage the properties.

In that case, I would lose my original option fee, money put into repairs, and any work/time I put into the property or managing tenants.

Get in touch with local real estate professionals like agents, property managers, and investors, and come up with a clear plan for managing your properties, handling maintenance tasks, and addressing any potential problems with tenants from a distance.

I have read a ton of the posts on here to pick up some recommendations and advice for managing class C/D properties but always open to more wisdom from my fellow investors!

Long story short, we have gone through 2 pms and I think I am ready to just self-manage. 

Its more hassle and management on your end and the tenant's may feel aggrieved if for example 1 tenant is obviously using more of the utilities. 2.

We (my wife and I) own and self manage short and mid term rentals.

Additionally, evaluating your finances, searching for properties that meet Section 8 requirements, negotiating with sellers, preparing for Section 8 inspections, applying for Section 8 approval, and effectively managing your property are all crucial steps.

I'm particularly interested in areas that haven't yet experienced a real estate boom but are on the cusp of growth.Additionally, I'm looking at options for managing these properties.

I was initially confused because the OTA manages the taxes on cleaning whereas if I end up paying more for cleaning, I'm not aware that I have to remit further taxes to the government beyond what's already known.