Very helpful and  I think that what you are doing sounds  like a very good pet  policy. 

I both personally invest in real estate and help others gets started/expand their portfolios in various Midwest/midsouth markets.What I do with my kids: My wife and I have 2 of our rentals that are on the same street, with a home in between them.

false narrative does not help. 

Thanks Bill that is helpful to know! 

If you're helping me fund a section 8 SFH, then no.

My suggestion would be to cap your utilities at a certain amount and have Tenants pay anything over that amount.That will help you manage your expenses, and also allow Tenants to gage their usage each month, and make adjustments if they don't want to go over the allotted amount.As far as collection, provide the bill showing any overages and just have them pay for it along with their rent. 

It really makes a difference when you use pros that specialize in REI and how they can help your money work for you. 

Hope that helps and good luck!

Immigrants help build homes, work in construction, and fill critical labor shortages.

Good property management will help to eliminate tenant turnover.