As far as what most of them do - they set up a simple filter based on the info that you gave them, then you look and find houses that you like within the filtered range, contact them and let them know you want to see it, then they show you the house (based on their schedule around other clients).

I shouldn't have been chasing all those service calls, but I have a nasty habit of using my time to cut costs so if I can fit a repair into my schedule, I'll usually do it ...

I know that this topic has been beat to death already and that the general consensus is to house hack before buying, however, my situation is a little unique and I would appreciate some input from the community.I have a new job with as an airline pilot and my schedule is 2 weeks on, 2 weeks off and I can live anywhere in the US. 

I usually schedule an open-house style showing on a weekend, collect applications from interested parties that day so basically at the same time, and pick the most qualified applicant (the first one to apply who meets the criteria clearly listed in my ad, whose employment and references check out).

It's simple to design emails, and the ability to schedule them in advance is a fantastic feature.

Amortization schedules can be calculated online. 

I have a pretty flexible schedule, but wouldn't be able to become a full-time property manager, so I may be looking at hiring one.

Different fee schedules, different setup process. 

Do a little digging to determine his schedule at work-if he even goes there.

It makes sense that you'd just need to figure out what qualifies for 5, 7 or 15 year depreciation from the rehab, keep the rest of the property on a 27.5 year schedule, setup a depreciation schedule and call it a day right?