It does seem like a lot of work without any guaranteed benefit. 

If you don't like the idea of giving up control, being an active investor might be better for you. 

I'm from bayarea and invest locally and out of state as well.

Buildium is likely the program that the property management company is using to manage their books. 

I like the asset class IE not C class in the deep south.

That’s a big shift from working behind a desk, but might be a little bit more fun and it sounds like you’re already working hard and building momentum with your 4 STRs.

I act like I know what I’m talking about even though I don’t.

I expect it will take about a year's profit (pre-boom buy:) but will be well worth it as you can't find views like this.

I like the city itself, but one thing I don't like is that I feel like there are no major demand drivers there other than Baylor.For some reason there are lots and lots of older homes that need help. 

I'm looking for updates but they do not come as frequently as I'd probably like - and it sounds like others as well.