I am not suggesting this is the only issue but I have seen some listings in the area with horrible photos online which usually is the first impression.

These are safe investments for the most part. 

(I know that no one wants or plans to get audited but better safe than sorry)  I haven't spent any time with Google Drive but I will explore it as an option.  

I would make the payments directly to the mortgage company and would either have the statements mailed to me or see what I would need to do to get online access to review the account.In looking online, I see a few other strategies such as deeding the property to a land trust where the buyer would be the beneficiary and some people discussing the transaction with the bank and being open about it. 

I’m sure there are other BP members that can offer better legal advice than me but I think it’s safe for me to say that many will agree to start the process now!

They exist to enforce rules to protect property values, ensure a clean, safe, functional neighborhood, etc.

If they're concerned I'll lose some or all of the account value at the same time as I default on the loan, they could roll the contribution money into an identical account at their institution where the only investment option is cash (or whatever they consider safe enough). 

Hi Jessica, For screening tenants, marketing and online application features, feel free to reach out to me directly and I can send you over some recommendations! 

Sure, you CAN expense lots of stuff under DeMinimus Safe Harbor, but should you? 

You want as much "experience" under your belt and while you don't have the personal experience, many MANY people have shared their personal experiences in these forums, in books, & other blogs online.