Home State Licensing Requirements: Some states require individuals or entities that buy mortgage notes to be licensed, especially if you are buying them as part of a business or investment strategy.

I have in the past hooked up cameras and paid for wifi until the house sold or rented, but setting  up and then cancelling the service was very expensive too.

Given Austin's competitive market, ensure your savings align with down payment requirements and closing costs for multifamily properties.

If it was an investment property then some would consider it but it would still require 15-25% down payment - as some lenders will do 85% of purchase + 100% renovation but no more than 70-75% ARV.

Essentially, I want all cash flow/expenses to be flowing in and out of a business account rather than my personal bank accounts. 

If you do intend on occupying the property, owner occupied is a must.Borrowers are required to move into the property within 60 days of closing typically.However, if you qualify you can purchase this as a 2nd home and simply make it your primary after you move in.

Otherwise, I would absolutely be managing myself to reduce management expenses. 

Your negligence in failure to change the air filter has directly caused me to incur significant expenses.

Expenses - Insurance at $50 per month looks low. 

I also cannot go HELOC route because the LTV does not meet lender requirements.