One piece of advice I never forgot is to never ever sign anything without a copy and without a lawyer looking at it first.

Try mediation first, lawsuits can get expensive and only the lawyers win.2.

Turns out the developer didn't fix some underground pipe and it took years and lots of $$ for lawyer's fees to get things fixed. 

This person may actually be a licensed lawyer or a real estate professional.

I say this to folks all the time on BP, but no lawyer/CPA can give you meaningful advice on a public forum like BP.

My lawyer told me that it is better do that your own home is protected if you have a problem regarding your rental property 

Retain a lawyer and sue for damages? 

The more you know upfront, the less your spreadsheet surprises you down the road.One last note: I’m not a lawyer or CPA, so keep this strictly as friendly advice.

You even have the ability to send your tenant's leases via e-signature and their monthly rent receipts electronically.In addition, you can house all of your management contact information within the program -- such as lawyers, contractors and handyman.

Depending on local regulations, you can mix up STR/MTR/LTR. 2) Get systems in place in those exact cities; 2 PMs preferably via NARPM, 2 high quality inspectors, and rotating book of handyman, 1 lawyer, and a credit union contact for leverage along with investor friendly nationwide lenders.