Go over it slowly, highlight the really important parts  and be very clear with expectations and possible consequences.Second-  Do  a walk through video  (3-5 mins) clearly showing the condition of the house at the date you acquired it, open blinds, show smoke detectors, show any damages-- anything good or bad.   

I just had one last week, it was a broken smoke detector. 40 bux. 

Get in a habit of getting your body in motion.

I just had one last week, it was a broken smoke detector. 40 bux.Potential for Difficult Tenants JUST like cash tenants, screening is the key.Property Damage Issues JUST like cash tenants, screening is the key.Harder to Evict Difficult Tenants NO it's not, in OH anyway.Full-Paying Tenants May Turn Away NOT sure what this means?

Smoke/Fire/CO detectors that are not to code4.

Hi from central Fl. My wife and I jumped into investing last year, specifically starting with long-term rentals. Currently, we own 3 lots and are in the process of building the first single-family rental which should ...

Are you sure your licensed contractor knows the current smoke and CO detector laws for your area.

I just had one last week, it was a broken smoke detector. 40 bux.Potential for Difficult Tenants JUST like cash tenants, screening is the key.Property Damage Issues JUST like cash tenants, screening is the key.Harder to Evict Difficult Tenants NO it's not, in OH anyway.Full-Paying Tenants May Turn Away NOT sure what this means?

***There are smoke detectors and a portable fire extinguisher in the retail unit. 

Right, the list of things to maintain and/or replace is never ending; rugs, AC filters, light bulbs, water filter in fridge, detector batteries, pest control, coffee maker, stove eyes and pans, silverware, bowls, glasses, sofa cushions, pillows, blinds, brooms, mops, vacuum, brushes, shower curtains, bath mats, beach towels.