There was water in the utility room, went through wall to the next bedroom and left water stains where I may need to replace the floor. 

If it is vacant, you have written notice they said they'd be gone, either let yourself in to double check they are gone (and if so change the locks) or post a notice saying you will be there tomorrow to enter the place.Nathan's message is perfect about telling them where to leave the keys and that you'll be by to do the move out inspecting in the morning....also about telling them what to do, not asking.When they are moving there is a lot to do and it is better they focus on moving than getting multiple messages and calls. 

This is due to the  increase in mortgage rates and house prices.Pros/cons as I see it:Pros: two appreciating assets versus one; as rents rise, we’ll make more net income.cons: less cash flow, double capex, double maintenance.Anyone mind letting me know your thoughts?

They would only rent according to the number of bedrooms (ie., 2Bd means two persons). 

My properties in the Calgary area all came close or doubled in value in the last 4 years. 

These people had no problem when the values of their homes doubled and tripled. 

I think Navajo White and white goes well with renters tan carpet in some bedrooms in some rentals.I did A study mockup of  @Johann Jells beautiful bay window room in close to those colors.Windows like that to me seem very calming and serene, especially upstairs I like them (which was my motivation to re color the pic a little.And if you want you can picture me sitting in one of those chairs with a cup of coffee and a good book--because that is where I'd probably be.Good Luck!

College STRs are a great idea if you want something small, but I would look for small 2 bedroom SFH over condos just to avoid the potential assessments and condo captains (HOAs).

It has 5 bedrooms and earns 5K per month, but the owner is asking for 360 K. 

Hey Rashim, I've worked with a bunch of Canadian investors that purchase in Detroit.The key is to set up your entity structure so you don't get hit with double taxation.