It can get pretty expensive what would anyone suggest or should I write the lease so that the next tenant depending on time of year should I do not include a specific utility and adjust my rent because of it ? 

Again, that of course depends on the market and I am not familiar with Cleveland as STR market, only as LTR one.

However, the success of your project will depend on factors like location, renovation costs, and market timing.Many investors have found great success by focusing on high-demand neighborhoods with strong buyer interest.

Do you do background/credit score checks on all applicants and have minimums? 

Depending on your long term goals I wholesale and use the assignments fees to buy free and clear properties and I use creative marketing to buy and keep in my portfolio. 

Our rates are generally closer to 10% depending on the plan you pick (you can search us and see our rates on our website - not trying to self promote) but that is for full service property management. 

It's a complete roll of the dice when you switch to the smart meter, so this doesn't surprise me....it could go up or down depending on the actual water uage.  

That's a pretty vague question, and I'd love to help but it depends on what you are searching for! 

I currently have about $50k in cash and am looking to spend no more than $250k on my first property (less depending on the area, number of units, etc.), inclusive of any renovation costs. 

They offer great advice on handling these situations, including tips on dealing with the sheriff and eviction procedure, as well as navigating money judgment collection.In terms of whether you should hire a lawyer or manage it yourself, it depends on the complexity of your specific case and your comfort level with the process.