Tenants should pay  utilities - they're consuming those and landlords should 'inspect' what they expect on a quarterly basis and that includes verifying that utilities are current.  

I had specifically asked for numbers including mortgage payments and they emailed to me.

@Robert Spiegel Great question, and it’s always a balancing act when dealing with long-term tenants who’ve been fantastic overall.Based on my experience managing over 1,200 rental homes in North Texas, including areas like Dallas, Fort Worth, Plano, and Frisco, here’s how I would approach this:Cleaning Charge: While $540 may feel steep, it can vary depending on the size of the property and local market rates.

This also costs 200-300 EUR depending on what's included.

Let’s break this down because there’s a lot to unpack here.The real question is, how well is that debt working for you?

I would include it either as a lump sum at closing for the amount which is easier than charging it back to them on a monthly basis.We have "investors" who own a % of each mortgage.

I live in Charlotte and would prefer a multi-family investment property that is within a 3-4 hour drive so I'm considering areas that include: Charlotte, Raleigh / Research Triangle, Charleston, and Atlanta.

A smaller down payment could result in breaking even or even a negative cash flow.

I have successfully defended multiple clients in this situation.Once again: Don is claiming his deduction correctly, and I am breaking the rules.

As for holding a home and building another one - be sure to include carrying costs of the first home while building the second.