Avoiding problematic tenants from the start is the best way to prevent problems like non-payment, eviction, and property damage.

Quote from @Brandon Blackmon: These prices will come when you get GCs (licensed, subs, and unlicensed) into the property and start to get quotes.

I'm brand new, just getting started, so trying to get everything in order.

Their a/c starting leaking and has missing ductwork, and is blowing air in random places.

I am starting to get Lynn section 8 folks calling, but I have not gone through the process with them to know how they are with rental amounts.Yes, the ones with sec8 are in Haverhill. 

Is there anything I should know before start shopping?

Quote from @Diana Mulvihill: Hi all,Looking for some advice, please.I started my STR about six months ago, and it’s been going great.

You've already got a fast start.

Hi, I am just about to get started in real estate for the first time: I am thinking about getting a triplex.

Finally, if you cannot find sold properties to compare within the timeframe or distance you can go out a bit to find properties to compare.This will get you started with finding values for residential 1-4.