Even if you really just want performers.  

Quote from @Barbara Johannsen: I’m starting to manage a small portfolio of mixed performing and lightly delinquent notes.

Actively performing plumbing work for remodels, new construction, and commercial projects qualifies as a real property trade or business under the IRS definition, as these activities fall under construction or reconstruction.

By definition all 44 contractor classifications have passed the state exam and adhere to the laws of the CSLB & Consumer affairs.Any handyman performing work over $1000 is in violation of Business & Professions code 7028.1Any handyman performing work over $1k is subject to forfeiture of the entire sum of "contracted" work B&P code 7031(b)All California home improvement contracts must be a quoted upfront price including labor, materials, warranty etc.

Instead of moving out, he sued me and my LLC (pro se), claiming:- Breach of contract, promissory estoppel, specific performance, declaratory and injunctive relief,- Plus $15K in “equity”, arguing that rent and expenses made him a tenant-in-common.He also claimed a right to renew, though the lease clearly said renewal required mutual agreement.

A great manager should have references for properties that are performing well and match your property type and location.

Post Demo DustI hired a GC to perform demolition in Chicago, my home. 

It’s a solid cash-flow market with affordable homes and stable tenants.San Antonio, on the other hand, offers a bit more diversity - a growing job market, strong population growth, and neighborhoods that can perform well for both long-term and mid-term rentals.

For upscale properties with 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, we are observing: - An average occupancy of 65%, with seasonal peaks between January and April - Average annualized daily rates of about $450 per night, similar to last year - Consequently, the top performers are generating around $110K in gross annual revenue - Average listing price of for-sale properties: $800K - Rough Rent-to-Price Ratio (RTP): 14%, which is good but not great.

For steady note flow, stack a few lanes: trade desks at small banks/credit unions and regional servicers, direct from creators via local REI meetups and Facebook groups, seasoned wholesalers who pivoted into notes, and vetted marketplaces that let you filter by performance, collateral, and pricing.