Thru the years the most biased of NAR operating procedures have been eliminated - so called fixed commission, dual representation, ban on discount brokers, and access to the MLS being limited to NAR members.  

It's not an easy trek, but if you are absolutely committed and have access to some significant finances to invest, then it is achievable.

Detached ADU behind SFH, on flat ground with excellent access, in Adam's Point/near Lake Merritt.Thank you,Jacob

But when their business relationship with the actual bank soured, the API connection was severed and the people were basically left without access to their money.. 

If the tenant isn't available, they can choose to leave a key somewhere, leave the door unlocked, send a friend, or however they want to give access.

@Daniel Purcell with City of New Orleans being so restrictive, is there a neighboring City that seems to have less of an issue with STRs and is still fairly accessible to all the things visitors are interested in?

I get access to a lot of large multifamily deals and happy to connect and help any way I can help.

From prior research, it appears that Avail is on accessible via website; it does not have a mobile app yet?

They are a legitimate company that helps you access 0% lines of business credit and help increase your personal credit score. 

@Shivani KumarYou would need to operate on a very large scale, or have access to a TON of airline miles to make it worthwhile flying to inspect properties you are interested in.