Also, because it is THEIR home, you do not have the greatest position, as if they sell and run, you may be left high and dry. 

If you don't see a dry cleaner, liquor store , hair care or something else within 5 miles go after that aggressively by contacting businesses nearby in those areas.

Not only does this solve a lot of problems, the manager knows that 1) you care about the property and don’t want it to rot away and 2) they can’t ignore that house, because you are checking ... pretty much after the first time doing that the rentals look pretty good lol. 

Do you prefer a steady schedule and steady income or do you prefer a flexible schedule and a shot at big money (and big dry spells)?

What's worse if the joists are also starting to show signs of rot or mold.

They typically have to cut open the walls, remove any damaged/affected material, dry everything out, and then build it back up.I'm really surprised the mold remediation took place without first determining - and stopping - the source of water.

For instance the one I am buying has stucco exterior, new roof, dry basement, new furnaces (3 of 4), new hot water heaters, new plumbing (except for some of the drains). 3) Vacancy - My four unit has only had one vacancy in 15+ years.

The best use of the digital camera comes from using it in conjunction with a small dry erase board to capture information.

It was fairly dry all spring, but more REOs are c oming, but you need to be ready to move.

You don't say what your balance on the current loan is, but HELOCs are drying up as lenders as afraid prices are going to continue to decline.Cash out refis on investment property are limited to about 70% LTV.