We're currently paying for lawn care, snow removal and cleaning services + husband is doing some of their home maintenance himself.

They expect us to replace lightbulbs, won't change furnace filters and we also have lawn maintenance issues with them.

I used to wash cars in the summer, paint fences and mow lawns.

Depending on where you live you can mow lawns or shovel snow.

Thinking of ways to artificially leverage with cash only.

This strategy can help reduce utility expenses.Mid-term and short-term rentals can have utility costs up to 10% of gross income, including electricity, water, gas, cable, lawn care, and pest control.

Quote from @Andrew Lawn: I'm new to Bigger Pockets and looking to buy my first house/multi.

Consider all the things that could go wrong and see if the lease addresses them: unauthorized pets or tenants, early termination, security deposit, lease violations, late rent, eviction, lawn maintenance, parking, etc.5.

Is the front lawn expertly landscaped?

Locations preferred are Oak Lawn, Beverly/Morgan Park, Chicago Ridge, Burbank,.....