Here is what I have done to increase the revenue per month by average $1,741 versus the comp set properties of the STR owners I consult with.

We were considering averaging the utilities over the past year for the property and charging that average as a flat fee for the tenants.

What other methods should I use to acquire another property? 

Cleveland and Dayton can be great markets for high cash flow and low purchase prices, but you need to be careful when navigating the neighborhoods so you're not buying in a D/F class area where no property managers will manage and where you'll never see any positive cash flow.

I personally have a separate account for each property I own.

Before getting started, I’d recommend focusing on three key areas:Strategy Selection – Understand the different investment strategies (BRRRR, short-term rentals, etc.) and determine which aligns best with your goals.Market Research – Study the market you want to invest in, including property values, rental demand, and economic trends.Laying the Foundation – Take proactive steps now that will set you up for success later.

You could arrange to have your cleaners accept the deliveries at the property or hire a local handyman to do same and even assemble furniture.

When it comes to multis, you'll also be able to add in your tenants rents as qualifying income on the property which helps tremendously.

I'm brand new to this sort of stuff myself and I'm very interested in small multifamily properties.

Was a family members property.