The partner that you seek should be strong in the areas you may be weak.

You can start looking up agents in the area, see who blogs, facebooks, instagram, or any other strong social media activities related to work.

They are condo style apartments which demand more rent in our area. 

Here's in KC I'm blessed to have an incredibly strong rental market so I found several great tenants without needing the Spanish speaking solution.

It seems that they don't have strong case and may reconsider, since they will be paying a lot in legal fees.Hope that helps and sorry for the headache!

Prices are very high in Toronto.However, there is currently high migration to the city, and the Canadian dollar is low.With immigrants settling in Toronto, there is a strong demand for housing here, and it keep prices propped up.

North Texas going strong.

Orlando has a very strong rental market right now.

Long term goal would be to develop a strong passive income allowing me financial freedom.

A lot of newbies pursue out of state investments, but I've been there, done that, and strongly advise against it ... that leaves you the first 2 options to consider.Good luck and feel free to reach out further if I can be of assistance (I'm not selling anything, just giving away advice for free).