Yes there is a lot of front end due diligence work to invest via syndication but they aren't going to call you in the middle of the night to resolve a leak, tenant issue, fire, or eviction. 

As for functions, for the CPA it would be someone who can provide general REI tax advice as I build my portfolio, and for the lawyer, it would be someone who can assist with the doc side of rental purchases when needed.

Unless we note otherwise in the listing information or disclosures, we fix everything that is broken or not functioning properly, but we have had several recent requests that are expensive and I'm interested in your experience in handling things like:- this roof is old and we're worried that we may have to replace it (was inspected by roofer and determined to be functioning properly)- there are screens missing from some of the windows and we would like you to add them- we're concerned about the drainage and would like you to add gutters- the AC unit is old (age disclosed in disclosure docs, was tested by HVAC guy and running fine) So do you budget for this type of concession, do you "meet in the middle" or do something else?  

I have a leak coming from under the tub which would require removing and replacing the tub and tile due to the damage it is causing in the downstairs apartment.

Schooling in my town is amazing, so there is no issue with that.Transportation to NYC is literally 2 minutes on every corner to the bus, so that isn't an issue.Additionally, I was told that I should stay away from homes with oil tanks for heating because if the oil tank was to leak, the soil would be contaminated and it would cause a big headache and a big whole in my wallet.

Looking at maybe just doing a basic white plastic tub with a plastic surround.Flooring – I need to get about 300 to 400 square-foot of tile installed.Basic handyman and drywall work – it looks like there are a couple of areas where water pooled outside of the house, and a little bit seeped in, so some drywall needs to be replaced, and probably add some type of sealant to prevent the leaking in the future.I have already been looking through many of the forums and have found a lot of great information.

I had a leak last year in the wall behind the bath tub and the stupid tenant calls Code Enforcement.

Also, the contractor will(should) have insurance and if the amount is not great, will probably pay it off before taking it to court too, if you have docs from the utility company stating that they were all billed for the one unit.  

New roof because the rooms on the top floor are leaking - nope.Management issues can be boiled down to a century old building with nearly daily damage.

There are mushrooms growing in spots also (see photos).When looking through the windows I can see where the water is leaking from the refrigerator plumbing and looks like some of the hard wood is starting to buckle and the trim has absorbed some water.