The reality is the opposite - if it's not in writing then the PMC doesn't have to provide the service or can charge extra for it!

I ended up hiring one of my LTR tenants as a house manager to handle all of the cleanings, turnover and provides my local eyes and ears.  

I'm having difficulty finding insurance providers in Central Texas. 

You typically have to pay per 30 days but I've seen that it's worth it as an extra protection for us landlords. 

If your goal is assume a loan, I would offer the lender some sort of compensation as they are generally only paid if they write your loan, which is not the case with an assumable loan, as the current servicer will be underwriting and providing the new loan.  

Your tenant has already signed the new lease, which confirms his agreement to the new rent amount, sending that notice via certified mail can act as an extra layer of documentation that can be helpful in maintaining clear records. 

They provide the down payment, and you manage the property.

Ideally, if the numbers are close and you're considering quitting your job is there also a way for you to freelance or do something else for extra income part-time?

In short, a pre qualification letter is typically provided post receipt of an application and credit pull.

I would pay my appraisers 50% of the fee, since I was providing all the business and had to review and be responsible for all the trainee's reports.