They show that the company utilized $2,810,186 in cash for operations in 2016 and $2,885,426 in 2017.

I wished him the best of luck with his earnest money deposit & invited him to call me back once he realized that fake quotes don't provide shelter from the rain, only homes do, so pick which of those two things he wanted and act accordingly.

And that's why I show my property myself, it's when your nose can pick up "spoiled brat".

I am planning on utilizing all of the above to various degrees, but would like some insight on what has worked best for experienced investors.

(one rental currently, used to own a tri-plex years ago and sold it, and currently in the process of picking up another SFR rental). 

The scheduling is so convenient you can literally pick the days that work best for you.

I’m looking to become more active in REI and utilize the equity I’ve built out in my property. 

And don't get me wrong this wouldn't even be a discussion if it wasn't strictly utilizing the low money down FHA owner occupied situation to take advantage of getting the property paid off over time by the tenants. 

Or, can I utilize my LLC in some way.... 

Possibly using a professional third party vendor for the pre-inspection is a great idea, give a copy to the owner and tenantExcessive holes in walls Broken tiles or fixtures in the propertyPlumbing backupsRepainting where a tenant has repainted from the original colorTears, holes, stains or burn marks in carpetsMissing or damaged blindsBroken windows and window screensBroken doors and locksBroken or damaged appliancesExcessively DirtyPest control if you see Bugs and or fleasJunk or trash left behindPast Due rentFees incurred from fines from the association due to the tenants conduct or lack thereofWater damage to hardwood floorsMissing outlet coversRemotes for garage or gate if not returnedRekey of locks if tenants did not return the keysUnpaid utilities, as long as they were part of the lease agreementUndoing a tenant alterationThis is a sample of things that are usually considered to be normal wear-and-tear and should not be deducted from a security deposit:Slab or plumbing leakNormal rug wear.