It was pretty hard to find properties where the numbers and landlord laws made sense which is what ultimately led me to investing in Columbus, OH.

Not sure how the tenant survived.

Ultimately, it's up to you!

This relates back to the ultimate objectives of the plaintiff and the plantiffs attorney who will be counseling them.

Here are a few I recommend: "Rich Dad, Poor Dad" by Roberto Kiyosaki; "Set for Life" by Scott Trench; "The Unofficial Guide to Real Estate Investing" by Spencer; "The BiggerPockets Ultimate Beginners Guide" found here on BP; "The Book on Rental Property Investing" by Brandon Tuner.

Here are a few I recommend: "Rich Dad, Poor Dad" by Roberto Kiyosaki; "Set for Life" by Scott Trench; "The Unofficial Guide to Real Estate Investing" by Spencer; "The BiggerPockets Ultimate Beginners Guide" found here on BP; "The Book on Rental Property Investing" by Brandon Tuner.

I loved the BP Ultimate Beginner's Guide, but I'm also wondering, have any of you created similar documents to help you remember valuable information?

Hi Alicia,It would ultimately depend on your preference and strategy, but moving into your second home would allow greater leverage than buying a rental.

Ultimately a good contract and contract management system will push the coverage on whomever is the bad actor, and any contract that contains this particular indemnification clause will fail to do so. 

Not having a working washer for a few weeks is still a bit manageable, but surviving without a fridge for about 2 weeks is really long, especially without any sort of replacement.