Their entire business revolves around denying claims, trying bandaid fixes, and you getting frustrated and paying someone else to fix it.

The deposit is tied to the lease.If you let this tenant go and then let the remaining tenant look for a new roommate, you just create a revolving door.

I considered cellular cams but we need about 3 cameras for good coverage which would make the cost high. 

With a simple interest loan - a revolving line of credit like - when they tell you they're going to charge you 4.5% interest - that's exactly the amount of interest you'll find on your monthly bill.But when you look at the monthly bill for an amortized loan - the 4.5% interest rate they are talking about is nowhere to be seen.

BEFORE the first wire is pulled so loads cam be balanced and pathways identified. 

In general, A HELOC is an open line of credit/ revolving door.

Walk every unit with an ipad, make written notes and pics of what each unit needs re upgrades--match that to remaining rental contract length.Have a professional inspection done, with a sewer cam, also be aware if anti backflow devices have been installed, and where they are at (exactly where they are at).Pay attention to the electrical system in the inspectors report.Walk the entire lot with the ipad and make written and pic notes of things you must improve, want to improve.You will need to have fixup dollars estimated for the needed repairs and upgrades.You may have to pay a General Contractor to walk with you to give you estimates.That's just a few things off the top of my head--there are many more.Good Luck!

The solar could also absorb the power bill for all CAM power use like the laundry facilities, CAM lights, CAM day/night lights, and other CAM electrical use.

Most of the answers you will find on here will revolve around keeping or adding to your debt load but you have to do what works for you. 

Originally posted by @Cam Jimmy:I've tried to eat before going to a restaurant to save money... but what ends up happening is I buy food at the restaurant because it smells so damn good, and end up bloated as hell on the couch afterwords, because I ate 2 meals lol.