What are the rent comps in your area? 

I think you are mistaken, unless they are obeying some local ordinance in your area, which I have never heard or seen them do before.

As long as you login to their app through the pro area it will recognize your membership and should give you the software at no cost.

Looking for opinions on build-to-rent companies such as https://southernimpressionhomes.com/ and https://invest5s.com/portfolio/.Are they a good option for investing in areas away from your home base?

Hello Christopher,I'm currently in Florida, but I'm quite familiar with the Phoenix area and especially house hacking.

Be sure you contact the county first to verify if you are allowed to operate as a STR in the area you own.

In Maryland you get a 0.25% discount on recordation taxes if you are a first time home buyer. 

My question is, can I open a bank account for the PA LLC in my home state of New York? 

Here are a couple options I am thinking - 1.

Specifically I will look into the following:- Legal- Tax Rules- Network + Friends + Connections- Language Barriers- Payment Transactions and Recourse for Fraud- General/customary behavior among vendors and contractors in the area (good and bad)