Just a thought.If PMS or escrow accounts seem like the best path, could you recommend specific tools or platforms to streamline these processes?

If you dont have the tools and skills to DIY and get yourself out of a tough spot then you can be SOL if the deal goes south.

Use online tools like Google Street View, neighborhood data sites, and even local Facebook groups to get a feel for the area.

It has been bad for the general US populace and good for a select elite group of US and international business interests who now seek to manipulate the masses to believe ending it will be bad for them, the people.Balance is what needs to be restored and the tool as old as the nation to do such is tariffs.  

It's why most large landlords use their own in-house tools/software they pay someone a one time fee to setup for them and then hand off. 

Be sure to check out the free tools BP provides to help analyze deals you may have and also market insights.

Not good I think its a good tool for fix and flip and short term holds but not for long term holds if you have not ability to refi or enough equity to sell quickly even if you do and the sellers loan gets called they are still going to get their credit trashed. . 

Flying in monthly helps, but having a local contact (realtor, manager, or trusted partner) is key for regular updates.Use tools like progress photos, video calls, or project management apps to stay connected, and schedule visits at critical stages of the project.

I had some luck in real estate groups and by sharing success stories, but the pace was slower compared to paid ads or SEO methods.One thing I recently explored was incorporating tools like those for Social Media Posts using AI.

Work with experienced local realtors, attend investor meetups, and use tools like Zillow, Redfin, and Rentometer to analyze potential properties.Good luck!