This way you can track without seeing a paper bill. 

A property may look good on paper in terms of appreciation but might not generate enough cash flow to cover expenses and build long-term wealth.Not Having a Backup Plan:If something goes wrong in any phase, such as a longer vacancy period or higher renovation costs, it can disrupt the whole strategy.

Does providing complementally k-cups/teas, popcorn, spices, toiletry essentials (toothbrushes, floss, bath wash, shampoo, conditioner, soap, paper products, makeup remover, laundry detergent, firewood with firestarters for the fireplace and firepit constitute as substantial services?

I enjoyed the hard labor and comradery that I missed from my Navy days working in engineering.My question is, how do I go about getting more experience on paper without having to commit to an employer/contractor for a long-term position? 

You have to bring now more paper to buy the same house.There is also some confusion on the FED step to lower rates a little.

Sit down with a pen and paper and reflect on the beginning of this tenancy.

It looks good on paper, but its not in reality.

It helps I am an Accountant and have all my accounts sync in, with Work Papers for depreciation, asset basis, and use my monthly statements to get me the correct Interest and Principal amounts each month.I do this same thing for my clients and they really like being able to see how they are doing each month. 

Great on paper, poor in reality. 

On paper and recently the tenant looks strong.