As I got older I helped in the business by doing routine maintenance and helping prepare units after tenants left.

Save money and join your local REIA and practice putting yourself in uncomfortable social situations where you are FORCED to learn and grow.

., when they decide to call me).Of course, both parties need to agree on how to communicate...if one party is uncomfortable or resistant, it won't work...

So far I have found one company in the Austin area that seems too expensive, at $6 a foot, and another that installs granite but does not routinely put edges on tile, which is only 1 centimeter thick.

As far as expenses, most of the routine ones (CapEX, Rent losses, Maintenance, taxes etc.) are either known or can be estimated for MF buildings.

This year, I am going to try adding Bigger Pockets to my daily routine.  

@Tim OlsenI'm uncomfortable with disclosing that specific information.

What are things that I should look for or check when performing a routine inspection?

Let them know that you are available M-F 8:30-5 or whatever for any routine maintenance requests. 

If you are uncomfortable, I suggest networking with people in those communities to learn the city better.