If there is any kind of damage to the house because of a natural cause if you approach the insurance company without a landlord's insurance they will outright deny your claim.If you have a mortgage the bank will insist that you have landlord insuranceTenant has renter's insurance.

Heating costs go up in winter, as does electricity due to the reduced natural light and more people indoors.

Are they a regular, full-service PM? 

I don't like the returns but we use regular savings accounts. 

Our offices are in the southern parts of the US so naturally we're more comfortable with buying in our backyard.

It's probably unlikely anything too bad would happen excluding natural catastrophes but why take the risk if the profit potential isn't there?

Since you’re leaning toward the “reconnect with nature” vibe, are you thinking of adding features like hiking trail maps, partnerships with local guides, or even some eco-friendly touches to the property?

So choose wisely and good luck I like the passive nature myself of boat and RV storage.

We have regular evictions at this scale and they typically will take a few months up to six or seven months if the tenant contest/hires an attorney.

They teach ME things on a regular basis.