You should use that number just for vacancy, and another $120-180 for maintenance and repairs. 

Certainly talk to your CPA or your 1031 QI, both of which should have had a 10 second explanation at the tip of their tongue.

I know a couple people that does this, let me know if you need me to connect you. 

Read my Utilities 101 below to see some options.

You're taking a great first step by joining this group and seeking guidance.

Has this changed?

The hilly terrain is a main reason for this and you can't really see that on a map so knowing the areas is key.We have old housing stock as well so big things like plumbing and electrical can vary cost wise if they have or haven't been updated.

I have yet to do any training on Arive and been using it for 6 months.

I guess the idea is to use the equity from one property to purchase the second property, and so on.

Using my slow days to fill work for employees and build equity.