I wanted to see if anyone here has run into challenges with this kind of research.For those of you who regularly look up probate records, code violations, water shut off, tax delinquent, etc., what’s your biggest frustration?

It's a free country, you can run your business how you see fit:)That doesn't really work for self-managing property owners or what investors want from the PMCs they hire.So, yes we find solid contractors at Home Depots on Saturday mornings.When's the last time you've been at a Home Depot during that time period?

Overall, though, I'm bullish on Columbia for the long run. 

Quote from @Maxwell Servais: I have a tenant in my 4-unit property saying that hot water runs out after about 10 minutes.

Again, you're running a business - not running scared. 

I have been running into issues with the neighbors at one of my long term rental properties. 

@Katrina Robinson Don't know what part of LA you are in, we run a monthly meet up in Woodland Hills and would love to have you. 

Out here in Phoenix/Scottsdale you're only putting a mini split into an addition that you can't run duct work to, a detached shed/guest house, or a garage.

If you ever need help running numbers, I built a financial model (example on my website) that I help investors all the time look at deals so just PM if you come across anything.

.- Gas can be difficult to split as running new gas pipes may require cutting holes in a lot of walls - that will need patching & painting.