Ensuring transparency and efficiency in managing owner resources is critical1.Clear Communication on Costs: Provide owners with detailed breakdowns of repair costs and explanations for necessary expenses.

They provide homes for people with much risk to themselves,  at a price that competes with thousands of other landlords, with no help from anybody. 

For those who missed the initial buzz, the delay could provide a second chance to enter the market before real estate prices surge when the plant eventually opens.

You should have a robust insurance policy.

Post on local Facebook pages for contractor referrals, go to local REIAs, and ask your potential agents and PMs (even if not using a PM at first...you may at some point).There is only so much that service providers can do and many of them are far from "experts"; so, be prepared to be your own expert at being willing to figure stuff out as you move forward.

@Jason Bohling, thanks for providing the clarification. 

I am in PA and yes, it is legal to charge late fees to your tenant regardless of Section 8 subsidies or not, provided the tenant's lease allows for them.

The reality is the opposite - if it's not in writing then the PMC doesn't have to provide the service or can charge extra for it!

Please note the information provided below is a layman's definition designed to provide a basic understanding for the general audience.

When a lot of tenants are involved, you want to provide as many options as possible.