In 30 years I'd like to have developed a RE portfolio of small/large MFH that generates enough cash flow to enable me to travel the world amid financial independence.

Additionally, Michigan state law enables a landlord to file a "water affidavit" for each of their rentals where the tenant is responsible for the bill. 

He is probably not interested in selling portions of the 12 unit complex but if it enables the two of you get something much larger it is a good incentive for him.

Russell Gronsky There are plenty of secure and efficient options for getting your guests checked in/out that do not require a physical presence such as wifi enabled door hardware (LockState) which generates a fresh code for each guest.

I have been all over the map but I am coming to the realization that I need to pursue both CT and some investor friendly markets both BRRR which would enable~20% equity position when appraised OR +35-40% cash on cash return properties with no deferred maintenance.Ideally one would like to buy a NNN property with 20 year corporate backed lease (Maybe a Walgreens) which is 15% CAP, appreciates 10% a year, you can get a non-recourse loan that brings your cash on cash return to ~40% but that probably does not exist :-) I might have invited different type crowd into the post by using these keywords.

I am not familiar with hurricane insurance, but I wonder if the increases with this will be passed on to tenants by your competitors, thus enabling you to follow suit in increasing your rents in the future.

I can't wait until the Siri enabled Avocado appliances come out

(That may not come up at all, I really don't know) But it should certainly enable you to save aggressively for future investing. 

Enabling them on these devices creates a noticeable slowdown.

What strategies did you implement to enable you to retire?