I spent a decade in advertising, before founding and running a custom wood shop for another decade, so 'm pretty good at the self-promotion.I agree with you that the more gorilla approach would be most effective and that's actually what i've been doing – calling RE agents in my service area with active listings, introducing myself to property managers and leasing agents...To answer your question, I will have to handle the work myself for 6-12 months to build out the SOPs and field service management systems, but I have a lot of relationships for those looking to "do the work".I'll check out the meet up and would love to grab a cup of coffee, I'll shoot you an email.

I have done a lot of research in preparation for my first real estate purchase but I haven’t heard any mention of banking services that stand out.

If you are going to outsource management you will get everything done for you, but you will have some of your cash flow used for services. 

All your properties may be perfect but if you are transparent about why something is not in service, it makes sense, and they agree it works just fine for long-term rentals.

• Should utilities, internet, or services like snow removal/lawn care be included, or not?

Based on my research, this PM company is highly reputable and provides excellent service.

Trustpilot has your support staff pitching a no-hitter.REsimpli LLC Reviews | Read Customer Service Reviews of resimpli.com (trustpilot.com)Anyway. 

Always. interesting plot twist as more carriers cancel and people need to get new policies and see the original borrower is not on the policy etc will the servicers be telling the lenders to call the loan.

Any business could do this with their services and the savings would certainly justify the additional effort.But if you take advantage of the new law, wouldn't the renter do the same?

This area definitely gives you good weather year round, summertime gets hot so as long as you're getting systems serviced before then and then in the fall you're usually ok.