Please don't get me wrong, I completely applaud getting the knowledge, however without applying that knowledge, the lesson is never really ingrained, the muscle is never truly developed.

One of the options: rental insurance, which allows renters to pay a small premium each month, instead of making one cash security deposit.This is to help alleviate barriers to renting an apartment, the law says landlords must give renters options other than a traditional cash security deposit.I have managed properties that offered surety bonds, which was a great option for the renter as well as the property.

If the guys on top (lenders, insurance companies, utilities, etc.) alleviate some weight off of us, then it makes sense to chip in as a collective unit to help out our tenants.

@Hunter Cone, Hi Hunter, You should look to find a great property managers to help you alleviate any troubles with long-distance real estate investing.

If this is available in your state, it could be a starting point to alleviate on their expenses if the tenant is responsible.

I agree that having tenants will alleviate... it’s getting the tenants in in the first place. 

 - Attorney: Contacting an attorney and asking all your liability questions wouldn't be a bad thing - its your first deal and hopefully it alleviates fear and clears up things in your mind.

That would alleviate the potential problem above.Lastly, I'd love to see your full rental analysis.

Out of the gate we need advice on a RUBS system that can alleviate pain or help in someway.

Make sure the finances are solid, that will help alleviate some potential unknowns.