Starting from scratch how is it done?

I moved from Florida to start investing in Columbus due to the same reason.https://www.zillow.com/learn/hottest-housing-markets-2024/

I'm a new investor whose been listening, watching, and trying my best to get a start on this awesome journey.

She has a lease agreement started April 2024 and it will end on 2026.

. #1 because you will be living there yourself and can address issues as they come up. #2 because most property managers are too overwhelmed with the volume of units they manage to give you personalized, meaningful service. 

I'm limited with how much I'm allowed to answer on the forums when questions pop up.I did want to quickly address one of your questions - we can handle payments that exceed $5k.

Please read these two threads that address your desire for a responsive tax person:https://www.biggerpockets.com/forums/51/topics/998718-explai...https://www.biggerpockets.com/forums/51/topics/1042619-strai... 

I am getting started with Bird Dogging right now!

So, you are no longer a "little guy".Now, let's address your statement that appears to infer that you are "helping people sell who have no other option." 

Plus its more difficult to get started with Airbnb's due to regulations.