I typically like to purchase/place my properties into an LLC, but I realize this means commercial mortgages (higher rates, higher down payments). 

There are agents selling properties (typically interpreted as a residential transaction) with the short term rental business attached (typically a commercial transaction).

I typically get out of work around 5:30 or so. 

The difference is the principal gets reduced in the note vs it doesn’t on your asset but you will find that over 15-20 years you will put a good amount of $ in a rental and with a note it probably gets refinanced out in 5-10 years which typically bumps your returns higher

Typical repairs include: touch up paint, carpet cleaning, light bulb and filter changes etc.

I typically show  the apartment until I have a signed agreement/deposit in hand. 

In your experience, is that not a valid concern for a typical buy and hold rental scenario? 

Typically these guys will work with you!

Typically a 730+ will get you the best rates from lenders, but there will (almost!)

The drug dealers and hookers typically move out within 30 days.