This can be a huge time and cost saver, especially if you’re managing the property remotely or using property management.Energy Efficiency: New buildings are generally more energy-efficient, which can be a selling point for tenants and lower operating costs for you.Builder Warranties: Many new builds come with warranties, providing some peace of mind for unexpected issues within the first few years.3.

So from my experience here is what you can consider: Having a reliable technician or two on standby for unexpected issues. 

Real estate can be lucrative, but it's also important to be prepared for unexpected expenses and market fluctuations.Remember, patience and perseverance are key.

Lending would cease over night and government bailouts would commence.In my area of NE Ohio we are considered disaster free and generally we do not have any of the catastrophic issues that other parts of the country do... welp until last week when three tornados rampaged across three counties ripping down trees, power lines, roofs, siding, and putting over 500k people without power for a week - some still don't have power nor will they until all the trees are removed from the power lines. 

As others have said, there’s plenty of way to make up this marginal cost that saves your guests the embarrassment of asking upstairs to toss down a half used roll or make an unexpected run the gas station with a dirty bum

OP obviously randomly bought a place, using hopeium as primary power of analysis, and to no surprise things did not end well. 

Which currently does not have a renter due to Power company messing up the yard and sewage system.  

More power to you.   

I believe in the power of mom and pop multi family How did you find this deal and how did you negotiate it?

As you may know, a good portion of your monthly rent will not go in your pocket, it will go to the constant maintenance, upkeep, repairs, taxes and the like.Fourth, ask yourself... if you have a vacancy, the economy goes in the tank, you have huge unexpected repairs, etc....will your tenants chip in to help you out?