I'm looking for the cleanest & most visible way to access payment history, see amortization schedule, tax documents, etc- much like bank softwares provide. 

Hi does anyone have experience with providing direct STR stays (so not through Airbnb or VRBO) and charging, collecting, and remitting the local Chicago hotel tax?

This will provide some amazing long term appreciation!

*Strong Economy – Phoenix is sustaining a healthy housing market, with thriving sectors like technology, healthcare, and finance continuously recruiting new residents and providing them with job opportunities.

I will be honest and let you know that your agent should be sending you personalized deal flow and providing numbers on why they think it's a great deal.

A cash-out refinance on one rental could provide liquidity while keeping rates reasonable.

And it doesn’t matter if it’s CA TX  ID AR or FL Subject To can be done SAFELY, out of state, too.More info at the link provided by Bigger Pockets, just below.

That's the opportunity.I also recommend engaging an 'investment focused' realtor (not the general residential ones) to guide you through the process and provide you with market intelligence. 

That's great that he travels so much but ask him to provide where he rented and where he slept during that time. 

You could make this work ST, MT or LT, depending on how you approach it - the key with unique grounds is owner-provided upkeep and service built into the listing and what permits allow.