I am looking at getting started and want to make sure I have access to the MLS as needed.

If you have access to someone else money I would use it even if you have to partner with that person, with that obviously make sure they are someone you want to partner with.  

You should have your real estate agent reach out to them to get access information so you can see the house inside.

Why should a landlord get less access, as they have assets at risk with strangers?

Caton Hosey Insurance they are out of Daytona but they have access to run your homes through a lot of insurance companies which helps get the best price.  

I have access to a triplex my parents own but pay no attention to, and I was planning on taking over the property management aspect of that to test myself and learn what I can.

The access to the MLS was another great point.

You'll also have access to a great local team of experienced real estate professionals that can help you reach your real estate goals.Check out this article on how millennials are moving into Cleveland -http://www.cleveland.com/top-5/2016/01/millennials...Please feel free to reach out to me.  

That said, Everbank, has a really interesting first position HELOC that you may be able to use to access your equity when you need it. 

Make sure you have cash, or access to outside funds,If you plan on getting a discount, and using a mortgage your chances get drastically slimmer.Stay away from 203k loans (have more cash available for the rehab) you will get stuck with FHA inspectors and end up needing to fix more then you may want to, be required to use more expensive contractors, and go through hell trying to finish the work under budget.