Building a solid team is a smart priority, as real estate investing is much more efficient when you have a trusted group of professionals→ agents, contractors, lenders, who understand your goals and the local market.Your plan to own four long-term rentals in the next four years is both realistic and attainable, especially with the type of property you're targeting.

Depending on the amenities offered, and many HOAs in my market will also pay water bill, possible cable/internet, pools, hot tub.

The AC unit is only 4 years old and hot water heater is new.

Furniture covers as I said, a couple of food and water bowls, a mat for those as well.We also have cheap towels we bought for around 2 bucks.

@Jose QuinonesHow much is the water bill?

The AC unit is only 4 years old and hot water heater is new.

The AC unit is only 4 years old and hot water heater is new.

The major concerns to me are the roof, the hot water heater, and similar.  

I self-manage and have a pretty efficient network of Excels to show this data.

Many landlords now use online platforms that integrate electronic signature capabilities to handle this legally and efficiently.