Know this (found on every inspection website):  You should be concerned about cracks in your home if they are large, appear suddenly, or are located in certain areas.

I can accurately estimate utility costs as most util companies have estimated usages and amounts on their websites, but costs like maintenance, CapEx, make ready, etc., are much harder to estimate.

I don't mind setting things up on platforms like AirBNB and VBRO and even setting up my own website for direct bookings. 

This list was pulled directly from Raleigh’s website here:Raleigh Permits for ADUs and Guidelines Click Here to ViewTo find your specific lot’s zoning, use IMAPS: https://maps.raleighnc.gov/imaps/2.

You do that, it's going to be best place to start because I am betting from there you will seek how to simplify things. 

A website like Pet Screening can help you verify and document pets to ensure they’re a good fit for your property.

Would that be, for example, if the PM says, "I manage a duplex for John Smith in Turlock," then I call John as a reference, ask John a few questions, and then ask John the address of his duplex so I can later look it up on the county website and verify if he is the owner?

The state website can also be very informative. 

I would bet the solution lies in your answers to those last three questions.

Nothing is a sure bet.