If you mean you fire your PM and hire a new one, then you need to close everything out with the old one and start a new one. 

I have since received a text from the realtor asking for all information to flow through her. 

Do you have a suggestion on how to do this without hiring a brick-and-mortar type property manager (and without transferring property into an LLC type SDIRA)?

I hope this information expanded your options when buying rental properties either in your own city but specifically for out of state.  

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In talking with our contractor to schedule a walk thru to get a scope of work, he informed us the property belongs to one of independent HMLs whom he has worked with extensively.

Understanding their goals, emphasizing tax benefits, and explaining the depreciation process have all been critical in forming effective relationships.

Have been reading various forums on this site, information shared/ discussed is absolutely amazing.

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