They aren't always true.And on the insurance question, if you have first-hand knowledge of illegal activities (federally speaking) and use of a property for other then which you are insured (habitation) and are allowing this explicitly, there are many policies that could attempt to deny your claim.  

The act of taking out a camera and snaping a pic is the same number if steps as scanning a QR code.It may also be a matter of habit.  

It also allowed them to prepare their personal spending habits for the increase in rents.The roofing was done by contractors.

If something minor goes wrong at the annual inspection, it is a huge deal where they threaten to stop paying rent, even if it does not effect habitability.  

If they are parking for too short intervals for the tow company out there it could help break the habit but it will be annoying to your tenants too.

With all the distractions, a clear path seems to be vital.  

Another good habit to start if you get into NEW CONSTRUCTION is taking pictures JUST before insulation and drywall are installed!  

Ok thank you'll I will be spending my day researching and @ Michael Haynes I have a orientation today for habits for humanity home today I can pay the home off in 15 years I plan to cut that in half and pay it off in 7..

Copy of plot mapAll the above are vital information that an investor needs to know before making a decision to invest.

Also, in the future you may want to outsource the management to a property manager so you can do other things like go on vacation :) I'm a believer that it's just good practice not to get the habit of "creative accounting" to make a deal seem better than it is.Always factor in the PM fee!