Hi Billy, here's what helped me to learn;

Use the biggest diameter/lowest pitch prop your engine will be happy with

Use fast servos (6 volt packs and long servo arms help to make this effect)

Have large control surfaces

Rearward CG

Try not to overcontrol / bump your rudder too much (if you feel like you are "reaching up" with your left / throttle finger(s) to get high throttle, set some expo so you don't have to move the throttle stick as much)

Watch the nose of the plane

Practice and learn a smooth entry

Watch what the plane does when you enter a hover. If it pitches, try temporarily "trimming it" for hovering. You may have to add rudder or elevator trim and fight it a bit while making your approach, but the hover will be easier. BTW, if trim changes help to hover, it might be an indication that the engine thrust needs to be changed etc.

Hope this helps,

John Wells