Due to item 1, adding an ADU can require years to start achieving any return (once the accumulated cash flow recovers the initial negative position).4) Adding an ADU is a slow process.

So, in reality every month your moving close and closer to sucking out months/years of profits via items aging out, cap-x coming to bear. 

Certain cap items is fixed or pretty close to fixed whether you are buying a $60K house vs. a $500K house in the same market. 

Protection from lawsuits is a big item to consider as well, especially in higher price range properties. 

Review what happened and determine why each item was above or below your expectations so that you can properly plan for next year.Review your prior year goals.Did you buy all of the properties you set out to purchase?

Do my guests really need a (insert item for the home here)?

With that being said, in a worst case scenario, you can always hire a property management company to handle the day to day items if it comes to that. 

I would simply hire a good civil that has done development in that jurisdiction and pay for a feasibility study and let them run through all the check items.. but thats really just the start.. also for context .. these projects require 350 to 750k in CASH up front to get to approved plat status ..

There’s normally action items that can be implemented into your management process that are more effective. 

What is the speed of the internet, is it hot water (international property holders), is it AC.These basic clear descriptive items are great because if the price is fair and it clearly states the benefits.