Set up orkin to handle everything for $300/yr.

The lady living there for the last six years just realized this and now she wants to put the fence back where it belongs.

Real estate closings are handled by attorneys in Nc.there is demand for a mobil notary service though  

If you don’t want to be as active in your property’s management (i.e. you’re not cut out for “by owner” management), then hire a good property manager to handle the nitty-gritty details like prepping the home for the next tenant. 

I wouldn't mind just paying someone to sign the permit, and then handling everything myself to be honest.

I totally understand that real estate is not a passive investment, I've worked exclusively in the multi-family real estate world for the last 10 years and I would be the one findings deals and handling the day to day  Unfortunately, they are old school and don't talk about finances with the kids.

When things go wrong, in the case of an owner-occupant losing employment or having some other financially distressful event, how will this be handled?

The quick, easy and top dollar belong to updated, clean properties in good repair that are tidy and furnished tastefully and available for move in in 30-45 days.

Do you homework, make sure you can handle potential vacancy, and go for it.

I use an an eviction company to handle everything so it's done right.