If the traditional STR markets aren't taking this (Foremost & Proper), I would suggest connecting with an independent agent and they can try the following,1)  Try and find a carrier who can pair the high risk property with your Home and Auto policy.   2)  Find a policy with a Lloyds of London type insurance carrier3)  State back insurance - Each state has a Property insurance fund as a resource if the public can not find coverage. 

First and Foremost, how are most of you guys managing these places when you aren't local? 

Have you been making offers and they aren't getting accepted?

The city planning link I sent says they are holding owners 100% responsible and aren't going to pay for cleanup.

But did you you just tell people who aren’t making enough income and don’t have enough funds to buy a house to just open a domino’s?

Every time I ask an insurance provider about it they aren’t sure what I’m talking about.

I would love some tips on how to book keep effectively when you aren't big enough to hire a book keeper but want to keep your finances straight for the accountant come tax time.  

There has to be a world where there are more options out there for the consumer/buyer to choose the level of service they want (full service, limited service, and self-service) and effectively get back part of the buyer agent commissions as a form of a refund -- or just have more leverage in the transaction because they aren't represented.Thoughts?

MF would be ideal because you really aren't living with someone or looking for a SF with a separate entrance basement which would create the separation you desire I believe.

There are resources to look up general cap rates by major MSA, but they aren't as reliable.