I don't know why this basic fundamental is lost on so many but it is just that simple.

Simple math says it's worth pushing the rent on this tenant. 

This simple chart shows the PE multiple difference/spread between SP500 and US Equity REITs, typically REITs more expensive than stocks but now at lowest level/price since GFC-2009, so from a relative value perspective of where to invest a dollar, this is a great time to invest in real estate, thinking long term.

It's simple.

@Karolina Powell it's more simple than even what you are describing.  

Thanks @Patrick O'Sullivan, not looking to switch, just need a simple maintenance solution for now

I'd prefer have a company do this for us unless it's simple enough to run on our own.

I won't bore you with the details of the restoration business, but I just wanted to jump in here and tell you that Xactimate is probably not what you're looking for.I do flips and rentals on the side, and I'm looking for a simple software to track those too.

Regarding remote managing, in our 24 years of experience, dealing with hundreds of investors, what we've had to bail DIY Remote Investors out of is mostly Class C properties with some Class B.So, in our opinion, one can remote manage a Class A property fairly easily if you are organized.Class B requires more organization and knowledge, to avoid tenants taking advantage of you.Class C should NOT be done DIY - hire a PMC!

For your lender, you want to find someone who fits your investing strategy well and work with them to narrow down your buy box so that you can get a deal that is pretty simple to finance (this will reduce A LOT of headaches later on).