What documents do they require, what credit scores do they allow, how do they verify previous rental history, etc.?

They usually have recommended contractors or at least an FB group where one can ask.I also join local Short term rental owner and local neighborhood FB groups and ask in those.I also ask the realtor if I used a realtor.It is definitely harder to invest out of state without any boots on the ground that you trust that can verify work done, materials used, etc. even if you have a recommended contractor.

Does anyone employ a separate quality check person to verify cleaning/take photos after a turn, adequate stocking, and oversea repairs?

Verifying recent 2-years of rental history very important!

Verifying recent 2-years of rental history very important!

You make an outstanding APR on a 3 - 5 month capital investment.2) You decide to to a very light rehab, freshen it up, patch up any glaring issues, and you list it on the MLS for someone to buy as a cash flowing rental.

Additionally, most lenders prefer clear, verifiable income history, which you don't yet have.

Make sure to walkthrough when they leave to verify they didn't destroy anything. 

Quote from @Rick Im: Hello Tony,My initial reasoning was that, although the applicant claimed she planned to live with three other individuals with disabilities, she was unable to provide documentation to verify this.

All you have to do to verify this is to read the IRS instructions for Schedule E, page E-4 or the IRS Publication 925, page 8.I can think of two possible reasons for your accountant to incorrectly insist on Schedule C:a.