A refrigerator or freezer transported on it's side or back needs to sit for at least 24 hrs. before being plugged in.

The most common problem is low airflow caused by dirty filters but there are other reasons, such as problems with the supply fan, clogged coils or low refrigerant levels.

Over sizing and under sizing a refrigeration system can drastically raise electrical costs and cause the unit the prematurely fail.

It would depend on who put the refrigerator in the apartment. 

I closed on a house that the seller decided to abscond with the refrigerator and stove, claiming that they weren't working properly so he "did me a favor" by having them hauled out of the house before closing.

Grandma didn't have a problem plugging in her old-timey radio, so your buyer totally won't have any issues plugging in their TV, computer, stereo system, vacuum cleaner, flat screen monitor, cell phone, refrigerator, dishwasher, modern HVAC, washer and dryer, upgraded lighting package, and stove... and then running them all at the same time over undersized, out of code wiring with no grounding.Totally okay.

Lets break down the costs:PM to serve 30 day - $50Lawyer to handle the eviction $300Bailiff to evict - $600Dumpster for eviction $325Loss rent June,July, August - $2175Total - $3,450If Bob walks off with your stove, Refrigerator, Furnace and Hot water heater as he goes you can add another $2500 (I never supply appliances btw)PM has to turn the place now - Paint, minor repairs you're probably looking at $2,000If Bob didn't steal all your stuff you've made $2500 on this property now for the year - if he did you are even.

I am selling it for $25K and after the work is completedthe numbers will look like this:Two hot water tanks (1 for each unit) - $800 x 2 = $1,600One new Furnace - $1,200New electrical - $1,100Two new bath tubs (1 for each unit) - $1,200 x 2 = $2,400Two new toilets (1 for each unit) - $500 x 2 = $1,000Two new sinks (1 for each unit) $350 x 2 = $700Two new stoves (1 for each unit) $500 x 2 = $1,000Two new refrigerators (1 for each unit) $600 x 2 = $1,200New carpet for each unit - $3,000 x 2 = $6,000New paint for each unit - $2,000 x 2 = $4,000Tile for kitchen floor each unit - $500 x 2 = $1,000Total Estimated rehab costs - $22,200Purchase and rehab costs - $44,600Estimated after rehab value - $90K Purchase and rehab equity - $45,600Purchase price equity - $68,000Gross monthly rental income each unit - $550/$550 = $1100Estimated gross annual income - $1,100 x 12mos = $13,200/yrGross annual return - $13,200/44,600 = 29% returnWater/Sewer - $150/mo.Taxes and insurance - $150/mo.Property Management - $110/moTotal Expenses - $410/moNet monthly income - $690Net Annual Income - $690 x 12mos = $8,280/yrNet Annual return - $8,280/44,600 = 18.5% returnEstimated time for completion – 6 weeks (45 days)

Let's say you're putting 20% down on a conventional mortgage your GOAL is to NET $2000 per month, assuming no large cap ex items such as HVACs, couches, roofs, refrigerators, etc.

Hey John,It's super awesome that you are debt free, have $8000, and that you are 19 and already thinking about ways to set yourself up for the future.I'd definitely recommend building up some more reserves if you want to buy a multi-family because you will have closing cost and one usually pre-pays taxes an insurance.Additionally, you'll likely need to spend some money on any property you buy for things such as painting and minor repairs.You'll also want to have additional reserves so that you can cover unexpected big expenses such as a furnace repair or a refrigerator that quits.Another solid option to consider is buying a single-family and renting out rooms.