We already are able to outsource the vast majority of routine maintenance one we have a property stabilized.tldr; It takes us six months to get a property stabilized to the point where all we have is 'routine' maintenance.

For general routine repairs I probably spend 1-1500 a year.

A lot of people don't realize this is a service based industry, but one where some relative confrontation is part of the routine business.

FWIW I've been hearing "them" say that on a routine basis since 2015.

When we know there is a pet, we will perform routine inspections of the dwelling (which is a clause listed in the pet addendum) to ensure there's no damage being done to the property (outside of normal wear & tear).

I still thinking finding a partner or private investor is very doable just have a bad taste in my mouth right now.Didn't do routine unit inspections just to make sure things were being maintainedThanks,Rodney Buford

Now that my life is more settled and routine I'm ready to be serious and 100% dedicated to learning about REI and want to purchase my first my first investment within a year. 

I'm currently in a discussion with a company for 5.5% + $35/hr for routine maintenance + 1/2 month fee for finding new tenants.

You should work it in to your rent that you cover routine repairs and maintenance. 

What types of routine or emergency maintenance will it need (water leaks / exterminator / smoke & CO2 detector maintenance / air filters / gutters / outside maintenance / paint / flooring / refresh between tenants, etc.).