Quote from @Duska Stanic: Hello,This is my first time renting a property and I'm struggling to find a reputable company for background/credit check.

I would love to hear more about the property to see how I can best help you on your journey!

It can be one replacement property or multiple replacement properties Another option would be to complete your exchange and do a cash-out refi of the newly purchased property, which would give you access to 75-80% of your equity tax-free that you could put towards any renovations.

Become an expert in your local market by going out and inspecting property. 

Does homeowner insurance change or increase if property rented? 

You will want to make the property as indestructible as possible with products that can last a long time.

@Jamal Moore what is a "Tax Fortified" property.

Looking for good property management that has experience working with out of state investors

I have 6 SFH properties in B'ham and am looking to possibly switch property managers.  

Try HSBC, Figure, Quorum, Navy Federal and any small community bank and credit union near your property.