Obviously, the strategy was a success and McDonalds is a multi-billion dollar company with franchises all over the world. 

Any suggestions on a good 1031 exchange company?

But as @Gino Barbaro mentioned, rural has its own challenges - fewer PM companies, lower rents, and less appreciation. 12-14% CoC isn't impossible but very difficult.

The new home I want to buy must therefore be insured by another company. 

I buy properties from turnkey companies and also from the MLS and give it to PM folks.Lately I am noticing that in the houses that I have purchased there are issues that have surfaced which could have been handled in a better way when the property was bought itself.

That way you can learn how it should be done and know how to handle the property management company.   

@Justine Cal Did you talk to the company directly.

So, I had the solar panel company come and fix EVERYTHING!

I would like to know what the best lead software to use to find property you all are using or recommend that also offers the rehab analyzer tool.

You also need to at least talk to the electric and gas company to find out their processes.