Number 1, Always tell the truth and deal fairly.

If the water bill is $100 a month, increase the price by 20% (or whatever you decide is fair) to compensate you for the time required to split and bill and to cover additional use when tenants squander the utility.

@Mike Donovan in Narragansett, RI we wound up with a RI FAIR plan due to the fact we rented to students.

It is fair to express your disappointment that they exceeded the cost target you gave them. 

-I'm fairly careful with communication , but again, I know doing business online is way riskier, but I want to ask: Typically, I would trust someone who seems very in-depth, informative (gives statistics and numbers), and basically would give me thorough steps (including worst-case scenarios and what would best fit my situation)^^would people who have experience say that even with the above, some agents/lenders/PMs would still be sort of out to get your money and do a lousy job?

I suspect in most mortgages the Borrower entering into this type of agreement without the written consent of the prior lender would be a default.What debt coverage ratio do you think would be fair considering the risk? 

A good one will also have skin in the game and will even be able to bring new acquisitions to your attention.

Our website was just OK, our email campaigns were hit and miss, our conference presence was fairly minimal. 

I’m still learning the ropes of property management, so I really appreciate the opportunity to exchange ideas.At our property, we have a structured screening policy influenced by the Federal Fair Housing Act since our location falls under its scope.

If you are planning on selling, contact a realtor to make sure you are getting a fair value for your house.