The fix/flip might be a good way to get such a relationship started: usually has lower cash out of pocket requirements and you can sell the property faster to recoup the capital invested, plus any profits.

Many out-of-state investors make big mistakes that cost them far more than a property manager would charge.

Home warranty programs charge a trip fee every time you file a claim, and they use that fee to compensate the vendor.

As a PMC, we allow tenants to:1) Mail in rent (we charge a Processing Fee)2) Deposit at our bank (we charge a Processing Fee, but less than the mailing one)3) Use Zelle, Venmo, etc. 

That is why it is hard to get regular real estate loans on assets valued so low, the cost of the refinance makes it so you are paying higher than they can legally charge you percentage wise.

The reality is the opposite - if it's not in writing then the PMC doesn't have to provide the service or can charge extra for it.We have a 12 page management contract that we've added our real experiences to over the years, with the intent of protecting both us AND the landlord.

Quote from @Karen Smith: With more investors turning to private money lenders for faster funding, what benefits have you seen from using private financing versus traditional bank loans? 

Nothing will piss off the inspector faster than missing an inspection.My last piece of advice, in an effort to not make this a book length post, deals with the money.

I am particularly concened about the water meters not being hooked up and potential charges there. 

Sometimes teaming up with another investor can help you scale up faster.