That is best done by doing a Joint Venture on the first couple of properties.

When I look at the numbers of these properties it seems like a few couple hundred dollars in cash flow and thousands of dollars in fees, repairs, and maintenance? 

Hey @Jeff Rabinowitz , despite being from Wyoming I am no help. 

Hi All,
I moved from California to Atlanta this summer, and my LA townhome hasn't sold. It's eating into my cash flow and I need to sell asap. I have a subject-to offer, but I'm unfamiliar with subject-to's and the...

You'll get a feel for dealing with real estate without the cash flow risks of STRs, and if you buy it right you'll at least have a couple of possible exit routes if you decide it's not for you.

They can help you strategize and are responsive when you want to know the consequences of the financial decisions you are making throughout the year.Good luck and happy to answer any questions. 

Miss a couple things and there goes $15 to $20 thousand . 

(Heaven help you if it's a jury trial), you are the big bad investor that took advantage of the seller using superior knowledge. 

That said, understanding the basics of property management still helps you set expectations and spot whether your PM is doing things effectively.

If you are, I would love to connect with you to help build your dreams.