for example lead paint inspections/disclosures...).I would also recommend networking with others who have also recently bought their first or second rental property, getting together with such folks for coffee to mutually support each other.

And, as much as HOA's can be a pain, they do keep an eye on things so if your tenants are doing something they shouldn't be you will likely find out about it, where in a SFR you may never find out.In general a lot of people don't like HOA's or CC&R's (I get it), or the possibility of unplanned special assessments (I get that too), but a certain percentage of the HOA dues you would have to pay in a SFR anyway (landscaping, painting, repairs and maintenance, insurance for the outside, pool/spa, gates, etc). 

I've tried several ways of handling this, but the most successful strategy I've found is to have the tenants submit a paint swatch, and once you've approved it, you can hire painters (or paint yourself) to paint it that color, while charging the tenants for time + material.

All I will need to do is some clean up and and paint.

No mortgage, no existing tax liens, the house would need light repairs (paint and maybe floors).  

Will need new flooring - paint, drywall patch, door trim etc. 

(Plumbing, electrical, Paint and window installment)Can anyone please recommend a good reliable contractor that I can work with on this project ?

Or 700 hrs of both is us combined.He did lots of paintings and repairs as units became vacant this year.What activities are qualified?

The rooms definitely need a facelift (paint/floor refinishing) but may need more work (I have not yet gotten to the inspection phase).

The property in particular had no work done by the previous landlord, it needed roofing, intercoms installed, painting, and so on.