I run an independent real estate brokerage and property management company.

Hi @Francesca Zanzucchi, we use Buildium in our property management company but they do have a minimum monthly fee so depending on the number of properties, it may or may not make sense.  

@Johnny Wolff how does your company confirm that local zoning ordinances allow boarding houses?

There are several skip tracing companies.

Immediately, I went and called a local pest control company to get a quote to take care of the issue. 

Sometimes I can and other times I can't as the face of our company, but I totally get the desire. 

@Ryan RuncheyAside from DIY approach and the outsourcing approach, there is a middle way, and it may be just be the golden path for many newer investors.There are companies that will set up your account, customize it according to your needs, train you on how to maintain your own books, and help with support or troubleshooting when problems arise. 

Title company writes for payoff demand and you pay it off in an escrow. 

I would appreciate it if you could pass on any recommendations on areas, furnishing companies or Property managers you’d suggest.Would be of great help!!

You might call your Insurance Company and just ask them.....Are they wood or metal?