Whether or not you subtract reserves for maintenance, vacancy, management, etc. from the annual rent or use the gross amount is a personal decision and I've seen people do it both ways.

That being said, do you have any contacts you recommend for repairs?

For instance, one client is currently dealing with a claim where a plumber sent to repair a toilet was accused by the tenant of sexual harassment. 

Was it real property or personal property?

I am open to any names that you would be willing to share and putting together a list of repairs/tasks to run past them to gage their interest. 

Today is all about framing, roofing, and exterior repairs—basically, the backbone of your rehab.

Hello everyone,
Does anyone have a handyman referral for Whatcom county? My properties are east of Bellingham between Everson and Maple Falls. I’m a DIYer who is really needing an extra set of hands for most things. ...

Hope I don't have any major repairs any time soon!

Even after spending $15,000 on a basic refresh, he could have sold for $130,000—without the headaches of evictions, repairs, and property management.

. $50 per bedroom, so a 4-bedroom house will cost you about $150~200consumables - bathroom supplies, kitchen supplies, beverage supplies: $20~30 per week, depending on how much you providewear and tear - towels, linen, kitchen utensils, some furniture: $1000~2000 per yearRepairs/replacement for things that guests break or steal:  $1000~2000 per yearAlso, if your personal use is less than 14 days a year, the entire property's expense is deductible against STR income, but if you use more than 14 days, then you will have to calculate the proportion of how many days it's rented out vs how many days you or your family uses.