We who were real estate investors then, came across these strategies, techniques and methods haphazardly.  

Assess their communication style and responsiveness.

Have you done any deals in the DFW area using the BRRRR method?

Think about mixing ways to work: start with fixing houses to make money fast and then use the BRRRR method for more money over time.

This is their reasoning:"Rental makes common area management, communication, and covenant enforcement more difficult, and it increases the resources needed to manage the community.

I know there is Angie, any other methods you guys suggest, beside google search of course and vetting ;)

Most tenants don't really want to talk to their landlord-- when they need to communicate, they would rather email, text or put in a problem ticket.

Create a clear SOWHave a written ContractAsk for proof of Insurance/LicensesAgree on strict timelinesEstablish communication preferencesAdditionally - Create Incentives for meeting timelines.

Are there any specific methods you are intersted in?

The first week of the month is the busiest week because of the rent collections and there is a lot of communication from tenants that are going to be late.The busiest is a day like tomorrow, the 1st fell on the weekend, so, it will be extra busy