Obviously, that approach is limited by the integrity of the tenant, so there are a few additional tweaks that we have begun implementing:Once a tenant is out, we hire a local contractor with video capability (i.e. a decent smartphone) to perform an Assessment Video that documents the condition of the property and highlights any repairs needed.We use the Assessment Video to help determine the work needed to get a property market-ready.Once contractors complete their assigned tasks, we require they send "before" and "after" photos showing that the work has been done.While not perfect, these strategies have greatly reduced the cost and delay in getting our properties back on the market.

I use my smartphone with a $16 bluetooth speaker bought on ebay.

The HVAC guy gave me a few options:1) Bare Bones $5000 - It will keep the place cool for roughly 8 years2) "Old Reliable" $7,500 - It cools, and is known for 15+ year life and a 10 year warranty3) Bells & Whistles $10,000 - High efficiency (we won't pay the electricity on this place), Variable speed comfort (it basically can adjust how much air it blows so that your house is at a constant temperature), can be connected with the "smart home" system so I can change the temperature or lock/unlock the door from my smartphone, have security cameras, connect the smoke detector etc.

Looking forward.Not having a smart phone, we listen to NPR in the car. :-)

Personally I offer to take photos for free for my owners with my smart phone, it takes good photos and I have a 0% vacancy rate, so it's obviously working well.

Usually the combo is in the mls or they use a supra lock box which is accessible by an app on their smartphone or a separate device.

A good smart phone will work for the camera/notes.

Lynne Jacob ***HELOC (that was a smart phone typo!)

Does she not have a smart phone or something?

You need to have access to your smart phone and check your property regularly.