I am looking for a SECURE, reasonably-priced (preferably free) site that allows prospective tenants to fill out an application online and then have the completed application emailed directly to me (or give me online access to the information)?

Oh, that a primary residence mortgage application could be so easy...On a separate note, the other two said they would only lend business to business. 

I modified my rental application using them.  

As you change jobs again, you will have access to another chunk from this current 401k and could then evaluate a self-directed IRA.

start with professional or nuce pics and a good listing. get vacation rental insurance and a reliable house cleaner and you're good to go. also make sure you line up back up cleaners in case they flake. also get coded door locks so guests can self check in yet not lose the key. is that what you meant?

I live in the DMV and I'm getting started in buy and hold for college students and in note investing through a self directed IRA.

Make the option money applicable to purchase price if they buy, but non-refundable if they don't. 

I politely let him know that a buyer with funds available in a self directed IRA is about as close to cash as he can demand since it has been listed so long.So obviously, long story short, this seller is a bit of a nut job. 

However, you should always include Property Management (recommend 10%) even if you are planning to self manage.  

To follow this plan will require some self-discipline practiced daily, especially if this mindset doesn’t come naturally.