It's sad, we all love our pets, but this is out of control.

You can expect that you will be required to build roads, sidewalks, storm water control, utility taps, street lights, street trees as well as recreation fees as part of the development process. 

They agreed to pay in accordance to the lease and failure to manage to the lease is the #1 reason why landlords fail (Source: American Apartment Owners Assn).Cowboy up and stop having the tenant control your ROI.Best.

Older homes will typically have systems that are out of date - even if only partially. 

I work in the technology field as a windows systems admin.

Same with a refrigerator replacement, HVAC system repairs, etc.So, I am back to echoing Jaycee: first, don't be discouraged because someone else says to avoid a part of town.  

If you have a swimming pool check out the water pump system with aerial hoses.  

Control and Flexibility: With an SDIRA, you're not limited to stocks, bonds, or mutual funds.

I also like contractors that have packets that allow you to pick out the stuff that you want to use for that project, which reduces the quality control process..

If there was no appreciation, there is no need to do a 1031 exchange.I have never been a fan of condo's as you lose some control over the investment - You have no control over the monthly maintenance fees, you may not have control over who is on the board, you have no control over special assessments.I wish the investments turn out well for you!