for instance, the PM is often incentivized to expend minimal effort toward fixing problems that cost the owner money.... 

In my effort to analyze a "deal a day" I came across an apartment complex of which I'm familiar on the Mississippi Gulf Coast (the area on which I'd like to concentrate).

It's easy to obtain, costs very little, and doesn't require additional, on-going effort to maintain.

I would highly appreciate any genuine advice on how to find a legit person who will be willing to put effort and genuinely help, someone with a big experience who will not take advantage of you.

You were willing to put in the effort and now you'll be rewarded. 

This puts continued pressure on real estate in their effort to curb inflation and make housing more affordable. 

Good luck but make sure it’s worth effort first, then talk to daughter to see if it’s possible, then talk to the lawyer to find out the costs.

I have read a couple of books which I think really helped me out, and I listen to podcasts, but I am stuck on how to best focus my education efforts and I am just curious if any of you are willing to share what helped you most in the early days! 

The best book I have ever read on this subject is called "The Secret Life of Real Estate and Banking" by Phillip J Anderson. 

She does not own a cleaning company or anything but can I withhold some of the deposit to pay my mother for her efforts?