NEW Landlords and NEW Duplex Owners

[Jeffrey V Andersen]

Hey guys we are crazy nervous but very excited about starting our path down financial freedom.  We are prepared to do the work needed.  We just recently purchase two older duplexes.  They are going to require some work but are at 100% occupancy.  I have a few questions.  The tenants are responsible for handling all utilities except garbage (required by our city).

• 1.  We are from Minnesota so there will be snow to deal with.  Is this something that we should be required to pay for each month?
• 2. Same question as above for lawn maintenance.  We are currently paying someone to mow the lawns.
• 3. One of the units has an old car and some junk that is owned by one of the tenants.  We received a letter to have it cleaned up.  My plan was to send a letter requesting them to clean it.  I'm guessing they won't.  I will go clean but is there a protocol when dealing with this situation?  Should I send a bill for the clean up?  Are we dealing with any issues with their property?
• Thanks for any advise.  Like I said this is a new adventure for us.  Excited to get plugged into this community!!!