Low risk involves things like replacing doors, drawers, or even covering leaded surfaces (ie. putting new sheetrock over existing lead painted walls). 

So in Texas we are looking to build relationships and possibly partner up if its a great deal for all parties involved.

Not to be harsh, but the mere fact that you're asking the question tells me you have little understanding of what's involved logistically and financially.

@Jim Cummings is right, the TX laws have changed and don't appear to be favorable for investors looking to do multiple HELOCs on investment properties.I'm not approved yet (only started the process) but I will get 75% LTV at 6% for 12 years on all three HELOCs. 

It's quite attractive, but probably not used much because of the mess involved. 

Cleveland has world-class: orchestra, theater, museums, heath-care ( Cleveland Clinic and University Hospitals ), top-ranked universities/colleges (Case Western Reserve, Cleveland Institute of Art), multiple Fortune 500 companies.

The tenant was a nightmare who ended up breaking their lease, threatening to sue me multiple times and just tying my stomach in knots.

If you don't want to call any of the other people involved in the transaction (lawyer, RE agent) you are most likely at a dead end.

Does anyone have any experience with HH or any other company that is involved with finding short term housing and directly paying the landlord?

If you don't like the rules then get involved in the process to try to change them, don't just ignore them.If they want to restrict my rights as a property owner, they will do so, but I will always find a way to exercise my rights and go to court fighting it.