Are there specific tools or systems that you recommend for remote management that could help streamline operations?

Like Account Closed mentioned this gain is made up of two parts - capital gain and depreciation recapture both taxed differently.The 1031 will be a powerful tool for a planner like you. 

Privy is definitely a solid tool for finding expired listings, especially if youre an investor looking to streamline your search.

Down payment, credit score, and pre-payment penalty (on DSCR loans)  effect the interest rate and the cost of the loan a great deal.

There are plenty of resources and tools out there to help you refine your strategies and manage your property effectively.

So even popular rent estimate tools seem a little inflated unless you're outpeforming the competition with what youre offering.

It's a simple and free tool that everybody uses, and that is at least a backup in case something happens - you lose your hard files, there's a fire, or some file nerd breaks in and steals your documents. 

Be sure to check out the free tools BP provides to help analyze deals you may have and also market insights.

The trust would likely go into effect after your death and then would require filing of its own tax return and things of that nature.

Having parents co-sign for the loan (if possible) is such a powerful tool that I do not see used enough.You mentioned renting to college students?