As a property management company ourselves, we use Guesty, which offers an Owner Portal.

This property offered less cash flow and a higher cost to entry than Harvest.

I know that this is a big risk property but I believe that it has the potential for high return if I can get all of this permitting and renovation work figured out on the front end.I'm just looking for any advice on how to cover myself on the front end prior to making an offer and how to expedite the work so that I can get renters in and start recouping on the investment as soon as possible.

Not much you can do now outside of pricing and putting in the listing if you're open to offering concessions to get a buyer.

So, the question is not whether to invest remotely, but where to invest.Investment TeamRegarding properties in distant cities: While books, podcasts, seminars, and websites offer general knowledge, you'll ultimately purchase a specific property in a specific location—each with its own unique conditions.

Because so much has been done wrong & has to be undone:-(PS Maybe Jonathan will make you an offer?

Owners mistakenly ASSUME all PMCs offer the exact SAME SERVICES and PERFORM those services EXACTLY THE SAME WAY, so price is the only differentiator – and they often select the first PMC they call!

Another aspect that's important is to communicate to your relinquishing property buyer (Boston condo) that you're going be doing a 1031X and that they can offer you flexible closing time.

Hi Duane, my firm offers a Premier-approval product and can fund multiple deals at a time. 

These area are offering a good balance between appreciation and decent cashflow.