We would do repairs, and bookkeeping, and be responsible for income and expense reports to the Forest Service. 

All the money into one pot.The payments, upkeep, insurance, bookkeeping, etc. come out of that pot.

What services would you like to see in your unit; new paint, carpet, washer dryer, cable, security, new doors, windows, out side lights, alarmLet them know you want to improve the apartmentsNegotiate with the tenants, agree on a rent increase to cover the up-gradesAs a bonus, agree not to increase their rent for another 2 yearsA gift of a fat turkeys for the holidaysAn end of year bonus for paying on timeA gift certificate for something they may like I consider a tenant a customer, take good care of them and you'll find you will get your rent as agreed.Remember "late charges" increases your net also.Be kind and understanding when tenants don't pay on time, listen to their excuses or problems, you may be able to help them.Tenants are just like us, we all have problems at times, a little leverage, understanding and kindness goes a long way.......they won't forget you.When we have tenants with financial problems I consul with them, we talk about how to earn extra money (that is usually what the problem is...lack of money).I suggest different ways they can earn money without a job; if your tenant is handy; painting, plumbing, roofing, fixing cars, teaching a course, bookkeeping.

Payroll, bookkeeping, etc can mostly be done remotely.Here is a great list of questions to ask a potential accountant:http://www.biggerpockets.com/forums/51/topics/70447-questions-to-ask-a-cpaAlso check out the www.NAEA.org page in your search.

We were using Google sheets for a while to do bookkeeping and Venmo in the early days.

Other than that, everything he says should be done by your bookkeeper, if  you are not at that’s Level to have a bookkeeper, following what he says will helps. 

I am at a stage where I am considering outsourcing the bookkeeping altogether.

In addition to our property preservation field service business, I also own a bookkeeping business and have investors as clients.This is how I have them set up:Use the property address for the customer, then add each tenant under the primary "customer" as a job.

My book keepers running the numbers.I think the best plan on getting them from the bank would be to start at one end of the street and have the bank give them there 90 day notices.

Sharon brings 30+ years experience in Business Administration, Bookkeeping, Accounting and scheduling.