Still, it makes sense because oftentimes some of the rents have never been raised for years, and those NW side neighborhoods have increased rent dramatically! 

I estimate high of what the bill would be and put it on their lease, I have not had any issues this way and if the water bill goes up, I will increase on the next lease. 

I would also increase your underwriting rehab estimate number by 15-20% since most renovations go over budget.

I've been keeping my eye on San Antonio a bit as it seems it's going through a correction and potential for cash flow may be increasing.

Bam, now I can in fact somewhat speak "in general," and I can say that with a fair degree of confidence BECAUSE I've zoomed into that one thing.

I think your income easily justifies a common-sense, time-proven method: increase earnings, reduce expenses, save, and invest.

My first investment was not a great one, but rents increased from $1200 to $1900/month in a few years.

There are other communities that would have better opportunities to cash flow.Although there is no guarantee of future income on any STR, I believe that 2025/2026 we will see a good increase in travel, mainly due to EPIC opening and the overall attitude of 'the people' coming off of the election.

I listed a rental property on Zillow and paid for premium exposure to increase visibility.

They have increased the price now the basic is $99.