I've temporarily moved to a referral network only, and am very happy to answer questions and connect investors with real estate agents, property managers, and other service providers in NW Florida. 

Otherwise contract a service for the season that will automatically take care of for every snowfall.4) YES you need to heat them!

I would reach out to her if you're looking for PM services.

You'll probably be able to get a lower down payment with an HML, but the debt service will be much higher.

Hey Ryan, I know there are some folks that provide this service but I'm not sure exactly how it works and how much trust is involved.If it's any consolation, I wouldn't sweat it too much.

If the internet service goes out during a storm for 3 days will they also realistically expect you to pay them?

Account Closed, I have had my 4 duplexes in Houston managed since 2008 by ELDA Management Services http://houstonpropertymanagement.com/Don't hesitate to use my name when contacting Rina or Elias Camhi.Like you I live the Bay Area (Pleasanton).Hope this helps,Fred

Common utilities paid by the landlord will be similar if not the same; standard services (extermination, changing filters, snow removal, fire safety inspections etc.) will cost the same.Expenses will vary depending on the market.

Hi @Hassan Oukacha - Being from Texas you would need to either get your real estate license or use an online service like Inestway.com or Propelio.com - both are brokerage websites that offer true MLS sold comps for you.Full disclosure I am the co-founder of Propelio.com, but there are other sources like investway that I mentioned.

Normally, this fee is added when it is a flat fee service, or the owner is difficult to work with on pricing.Working with contractors is a difficult task filled with frustrations and missing timelines.