We've all done this with our electronics, go look at bestbuy and then buy on amazon, why not hvac's?

Do not fall for any sob stories or anything that cannot be verified.Finally, have the tenant do an electronic transfer or have them go to the bank and make a deposit directly to you account.  

Of course, you could also do "assistant" stuff, like helping them run comps, schedule showings, etc - making the arrangement a win-win.Note there are certain things you cannot do as an unlicensed assistant (like show properties to prospective buyers or possess an electronic lock box key), but it's a huge step towards being more independent and thus less dependent on your agent to do everything for you. 

Select a software where you can:-- reconcile your bank accounts including operating  (one software for accounting and management)-- budget, forecast and asset management-- payroll -- pay bills electronically to vendors, owners and tenant deposits (no printing and licking the envelope - savings of $8.00 + a check)-- all your management needsIf you are using excel and other software you are already doing double entry.We like Appfolio, Buildium, Propertyware, Yardi and love QuickBooks. 

Making the right moves in life is a series of steps...I have plenty of sh*tty jobs in my life selling electronics at Service Merchandise, actually took a retail sales class to get that job, then my Mom died and the store closed.Refinishing and delivering furniture for big wigs.

2) Assignment language used in my offer is as follows "Buyer shall have the right to sell, assign, and transfer this agreement with all rights, title, and interest herein to any person, firm, or corporation at any time during the term of this agreement or subsequent agreements made in conjunction with the sale of said real property, and any such assignee shall acquire the rights and assume all assignor’s obligations under this agreement with notice to the Seller(s) or Seller’s agent in writing by personal service, registered mail, or electronic communication."

Also has online storage and ability do have docs signed electronically.  

Makes no sense to me that I can get money to them in hours but they can't get it to the seller that quick in the current electronic age.

As far as the lease, you should do that in advance and use an electronic tool like docusign, Adobe, or Sign Now to get the electronic signature.

I would strongly discourage you from accepting the 1st month's rent and deposit electronically.