You may want to do the same with the handyman where most of your calls go to your main handyman, but once in awhile use another one to establish a relationship.I have also heard of people using storage units near their properties to store spare TVs, routers, fridges, AC window units, washers, dryers, etc. 

If you can buy an existing one, that would be the lowest barrier to enter, however most are not run well.

I am being told in a specific instance that copies of leases are not provided to owners because the legal binding agreement is between the property manager and the resident.In this case, I would have zero visibility on the nature of the lease terms, as well as who is responsible for certain costs borne (utilities, etc)If this exclusion to owners is allowed, what is required in terms of document retention in the case of termination of relationship?

Definitely worth connecting for a pre qual call as well if you haven't already done so. 

As well as most folks are far to paranoid about litigation and liability when they are starting out. owning a SFR rental with proper insurance is about as safe as it gets with regard to liability as long as your not being a slumlord.

We have the grip strip type TrafficMaster Allure in a bathroom, holding up well for several years now.

I find with time, they always leak, as the joints just don't stay sealed as well.

Second check EZ landlord .com for denial letters or use chat get as well that helped me to follow laws.

@Chase LondonI run into one as well.

Does it get sent to the property owner still, as well as, Guardian?