No need for a PMS with only one.AirBNB and VRBO can handle things for you.In the end you won't save much time with only one STR.Plus, personal correspondence really works well to boost those 5 star ratings. 

I also use Hubspot for my personal projects but really like Pipedrive as a paid CRM.

Second question is, if we don't live in the city we will invest in, we understand we will have to be traveling often, but who could be a good person to check in on the construction so we don't have to go every week?

., but they cannot sell their AirBnB account to another person.

They will also dictate the terms of the loan, how it's filed, qualifications, etc.However, if you mean PML as in your friends/family that have NO experience in real estate and just have money sitting around...then I would certainly to counsel you to lean on some type of mentor or other experienced investor in Houston on what to do. 

.: It's not an issue IF their lease is scheduled to expire.My personal practice: when a tenant submits an application, I let them know I intend to contact their former landlords.

I also use business lines of credit from banks, but for this banks definitely want to see revenue (usually 5-10x the amount of a mine they will give you).It is important to remember though that just because these lines and CCs are not immediately reported on your personal credit report, if you miss payments or default you are personally liable and the debtors will add it to your personal credit report.

This is a personal choice and depends largely on your risk tolerance level and the current demand for rentals in your area.Vehicle Repossessions: Having a vehicle repossessed is strong indication that a tenant cannot handle their money very well.

They will try to run 2 kitchens and that can mean clogged drains in your wet bar kitchen.Be sure there is personal recourse when you need to sue them for $40k in repairs above the deposit.

I personally feel that it is a liability people could use as an excuse for an accident they have if they are drunk.