It keeps everyone on the same page.3) The downside of using a PM who has their own maintenance company is that you might end up with larger bills as it is a profit center for them.

I know that I will need a good realtor on my team that understands not just the market but the real estate investment industry itself.

Just get mire info.  

Would it be a good idea to take a deposit to secure the deal until the rule clears?

The reality is the opposite - if it's not in writing then the PMC doesn't have to provide the service or can charge extra for it.We have a 12 page management contract that we've added our real experiences to over the years, with the intent of protecting both us AND the landlord.

I wish you would have told us the year, it makes a huge difference.Anyway, everything you mention, plus 1) get a camera run on the sewer line, 2) make sure the Elec panel is newer and sized correctly (a lot of HIs will just say if it's functional or not) 3) Foundation ( is it slab or raised?)

At the end of the day its about price and terms. 

Just hire a full time lifeguard .

Here is my Cliff Notes on this elaborate example:If you have unused losses from the past, they might significantly soften the tax blow from a profitable sale.I don't see how this is called "strategic play" or "premium lemonade."

I had read Mark's article and just wanted to be sure I understood what constitutes "flooding".