If it is far away, then definitely hire out to a mange company so the property maintenance is somebody else's problem.Just focus on income production.  

Thanks for the input, @Rich Ng!

@Rich Ng I checked probate could not find any active or old cases.

Rich Ng Don't forget exteriors and common areas must also be deleaded.

Fix and Flips get a lot of glam as quick way to make some money... but if you don't know how to mange the project or vet contractors or do the work yourself it can eat up all your capital quick.

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impact rated windows and NG/LP whole house standby generators with ATS are the new swimming pools.

What are the margins in a property management company (manging other peoples properties)?

@Heshel Mangel , Is there a reason for being one on the mortgage?

Refinanced mortage will likely be $1200 a month leaving cash flow of $300 a month to mange the property.