I spend a total of 5 days a month performing maintenance related duties(replace flooring, windows, plumbing issues, ect.).

When you get into the remote Chihuahuan desert (Culberson, Brewster, Jeff Davis, Presidio, Hudspeth, and the south ends of Pecos and Terrell counties) where there has been almost zero oil and gas development can you get a patch without pipelines that's big enough to make it worthwhile.

It is widely recognized as a loss leader within the industry and those who are successful normally have a complimentary business such as a brokerage or a construction company that performs complimentary services.

Ensure vendors feel fairly compensated for their expertise.3.Feedback and Recognition: Provide constructive feedback on their work and recognize exceptional performance.

Sometimes pulling out equity and reinvesting it elsewhere..maybe in a smaller, more agile asset..can give you the cash flow boost you’re after without giving up a solid property.Improving the property’s current performance by making it more appealing to tenants or tweaking lease structures could give you a nice bump.

The contract must contain:the contractor’s name, address and telephone numberthe approximate start and completion date, including any contingencies that would change the completion datea description of the work to be performed and the materials to be provided to the consumer, including make; model number or any other identifying information; and the agreed-upon price for the work and materialsa notice advising you that you have three business days to cancel the contract, unless during an emergency you waive the right in writinga notice that all payments received by the contractor prior to completion of the contract work must be deposited in an escrow account

I assume in the winter months they would perform well, but in the spring/summer/fall (non ski months) how do they perform? 

This might help you see the property’s performance in a clearer light.

And/or are you willing to take the risk of being sued by the seller for not performing on a legal contract (and losing your earnest money)?

We invest in mortgage notes (performing and non performing).