This reduces the time it takes for the funds to clear the Client Trust Account and for this reason, the only usually gets their money as regularly scheduled. 

Submetering seems reasonable, as the price isn't too terrible, but then I'd have to have the property manager bill them regularly, and at the end of the day, if they do not pay it, then I am still overall responsible for paying it.

Rent and condo fees (if applicable ) are regular, insurance and property taxes are once a year, repairs are random and (hopefully) infrequent.

Make sure to have clear documentation of regular, on time rent payments and the agreement clearly laid out.

But then you mention fins so that suggests a regular window.

He used to be a regular contributer on the BP forums.

When I managed properties the owner would regularly call me in his office.... why did we spend $1/sqft to paint this apartment, why did we replace a fridge, what does it cost $2500 to do a simple make-ready on a 1 bedroom luxury apartment?

In a loose sense, I would call any lender a "partner" too, since they will require not only your monthly payments, and will require regular reporting as well on the operations of the property (but this is a more semantic and philosophical discussion).But, ways you can try to come up with that money: refi your home and/or investment properties.  

If the property owner claimed a homestead exemption for their real estate taxes for the year of the foreclosure, then there is only a six month right of redemption, rather than the regular one year right of redemption.

Capital Expenditures (10-15% of Income)Rule of Thumb: Reserve 10-15% of your income for capital expenditures (CapEx) like roof replacement, HVAC systems, or major renovations.Why: Regularly contributing to a CapEx fund ensures you have the cash on hand for significant improvements or replacements, preserving the value of your properties.5.