I haven’t personally worked with Five Stream Ventures, but I’ve found that vetting companies like these is all about the referrals and track record.

If you are a control person, this can be a challenge but I have learned to let go over day to day issues that come up that I would do differently.Handypersons are a tough one.

Perhaps....but   the person relocating to any given market and who has to make a purchase in a finite period of time is generally the least likely candidate to get a great deal on the purchase, meaning the appreciation is even more important. 

Here is a list of Construction, Rehabbing & Generic PM softwares that may be a good solution:Construction, Remodeling & House Flipping Specific PM Softwares BuilderTrend/Co-Construct - Home building project management software specifically built for custom home builders.

Any person over 18 should go through the tenant screening if they are living there...they don't necessarily need to be on the lease, but there is another area on the Chicago Association of Realtor's lease to add occupants.

Here in Chicago, we've found some of our best contractors from other good contractors or investors; I've found the in-person meetups yield the best results, so maybe you can take a trip to Maryland? 

Full background checks.IDs, names of all people to occupy house.All move in money received, no personal checkslease signed by All.Walk through inspection completed and signed.

I thought of selling back to the seller at the same price, and take the 12kish loss on repairs  I doubt they will take it back.. check your note to make sure you dont have personal guranteesNoted, thanks Jay!

Currently I manage personal rental property here in Canada.

It is often used by the likes of Uncle G (who, having an accounting degree himself, should know better) to suggest claiming personal expenses as business deductions.