I find some agents locally are not very familiar with how to communicate or navigate in these types of sales, and because I could, I was able to represent myself in the transaction quickly and efficiently.

It's completely unacceptable to have a PM who doesn't communicate much less one who doesn't manage to the lease. 

We don't want the extra calls or communications about why was my charge higher or why do I still owe more? 

Some, but not all the classes you should take: accounting, economics, writing/copy, communications, public speaking, etc.

The activities of wife with respect to the rental properties included, among other things, cleaning common areas, collecting coins from washing machines, performing repairs at the properties, communicating with tenants, collecting and depositing rent, maintaining insurance policies, purchasing materials for the properties, as needed, paying bills and keeping books and records for tax accounting purposes.

LENDERIf you’re financed, (all of my house hackers have been financed), then make sure you go with a lender who communicates!

Communication is great and most of all our tenants are happy with them. 

I can start to see it getting hairy very quickly without some very clear communication of expectations and language in your lease.

Understanding of financials and basic economic principlesSkills in valuing propertiesThe ability to communicate effectively with buyers and sellers.

Communication with potential clients won’t be a difficulty, I have had experience in the past making cold calls and selling services from a previous employer.