I would actually like to screen the tenants myself and set my own minimum specifications for them. 

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However, the max loan size for Conventional for a 3 unit is set at $1,186,350.

I'd also set up regular inspections of the home and if the lease states that the camera must remain active and in place, then use that as her breaking the lease to get her out. 

And that's not a sarcastic question, possible answers include but are not limited to...If management/ownership has been lazy and there's a lot of vacancy or below market units, that you can rent out and/or bring up to current market, then maybe you offer a little bit more for that upside potential. 

I know this number changes from year to year, but last time I checked I believe any work done in CA over $500 required somebody to have a license; other states have a limit of all the way up to $25,000 (and maybe even higher states that I do not personally know about).

I think getting everyone set up on apartments.com is all you need for the first couple rentals.

However, condos are typically cheaper and you could find more options if you have a limit to what you can spend.

I’ve charged her with the fees and a second set a of fees will be charged on the 15th but my lease states I have the right to take legal action of course.

We are located in the Pittsburgh area, so we would prefer to set up our first short term rental arbitrage nearby, but we are open to exploring good opportunities elsewhere.