Maybe you can convince everyone involved to convert to a community owned system, with a shared maintenance agreement, reserve funds,Just need to find the smoothest path forward to needed upgrades like an above ground cistern, pumps, backup generator, better filters, or whatever to make the system function 100% of the time$1500 is minimal, spend it if that's the way forward.

Without owning rental property personally, it is difficult to truly understand how to minimize costs and maximize your investment.2 - Who do you deal with?

Pay attention to the age of the building and everything that looks like delayed maintenance.

The hard part will be staying focused and delaying gratification without losing enthusiasm in the middle.

You should have an LLC for each property to minimize risk and liability.

His time spent on each project is super minimal but I need his ability to pull permits and construction expertise to spot check subcontractor work while I am studying to take the Residential Builder Exam myself to get my own license.

If at all possible, minimize your living expenses (live with your parents, or house hack) until you get established with your real estate business.Any hobbies you have, seek out others with similar interests and build relationships. 

VRBO, if you can even get in touch with them, tell you they're sorry and lots of cancellations are causing major delays in refunds. 

Hi @Diana Tran, it’s unfortunate that you’ve experienced working with dishonest people that you expect to have your best interest in mind to minimize your exposure to risk and ensure your success when investing in real estate.

Hi all, I have a tenant that signed a 18 months lease and kept delaying on their rent payment in the first 6 months.