Some people will push to get the maximum, even if it means they may wind up with nothing. 

It sounds like a few people on this thread don't really understand how PMC's operate or why they may charge extra fees.

But the rental too does have to meet the "active conduct of a trade or business" threshold, which does mean you wouldn't qualify to use section 179 if you have a rental that is managed entirely by someone else and you aren't at least overseeing it and making decisions about the management of it.I mostly disagree with the reply suggesting that you need to have an LLC to take the section 179 deduction. 

There are plenty of people who want to get into a home.

Even so, most people choose to buy coverage for things even if there's a 99% chance they won't need it.  

In The Tampa Bay Area local investor in the items inside the home/business but looking to get with the right people to build a team.

I don't see it as an issue but many still do, at least in my small town where the majority of renters are elderly people looking for low maintenance housing options.

This is a great place to learn and to connect with people so take advantage of all the great resources.

Some questions for the people with experience: What are some basic landlord problems I will most likely run into?

Are there any local meet ups or websites on where to find more people who have a moderate level of experience meaning they are  somewhat experienced but still looking to collaborate and network with more inexperienced investors like myself.