In dealing with distressed homeowners, I always seem to have extra stuff lying around and I will give them appliances or electronics.

I am a electronic tech and have no experience in realestate investing but my goal is to become one.

We also use electronic/remote keys for lock-boxes in VA which costs $50/mo.

Check out "electronic watchdogs" on the internet. 

You submit electronically and county can give rough approval times -3-4 weeks i think for room additions. 

Regarding your question about quick pay, that is the name for Chase's electronic money transfer.

It turned out to be pretty simple....I just applied to the State of VA Dept of Revenue online for a license ($50) and I file electronically once a month.

Within 6 days of sending a fully ratified purchase contract to your lender (3 days if you consent to electronic receipt of disclosures), you should receive this document from your lender.In the upper right corner, it has a "rate lock" portion that is legally binding.Hardcore rate shopping at the preapproval stage, and/or when you're just on the phone, encourages dishonest behavior, because folks will quote unrealistically low to keep you on the phone, as OP just learned. 

Mails to a PO Box.2)Bank Direct Deposit - Instant payment of rent performed at the bank or electronically through your online bank account.

Integrates electronic rent collection with accounting software and maintenance request management.