Given this is where my major operating expenses fell (beyond taxes and insurance), keeping this cost lower, by average, helps my cash flow.I invest in older neighborhoods, so the 2-4 unit properties, typically have single water meter, maybe single electric, and many have radiator heat with a single boiler.  

Recently, a real estate friend suggested I consider starting a title company, as he and his partners (primarily in commercial real estate, like strip malls) could bring business my way.While I’ve worked with title companies in my transactions, I’ve never explored the inner workings of how they operate.

You could even try speaking with other property owners about their experiences -- there is a facebook group for just STR operators in Cape Coral and I'm sure you could find someone in there willing to share their experiences. 

Realty shares co founder started when he left RS . it but I cant recall his name.. you could google for it and see if they are still operating.  

My bet on the next twist is the death turning out not to be natural causes.

As there is only a one lane asphalt driveway that goes between the building and the east property line the contractor will have to operate his heavy equipment there and will hurt tenant access and definitely damage the asphalt.

Remington, I own properties in Athens and while the data/statistics/analytics might look great - there are many challenges with actual operations. 

Try researching organizations like Oxford House, which operates sober living homes nationwide, or check directories like TransitionalHousing.org for recovery housing programs in your area.

Hope you done get calls asking how to operate the TV remote or how to watch live sports!

While BP has a rent estimator as does rentometer.com (both allow a few free uses, I believe), I agree with @Zachary Deal that your best bet is to seek out guidance from either the listing agent or a property manager well-versed with the area.