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The tenant wants to stay another 2 years.My other adult properties have often had long-term tenants.

CAREFUL !!!

No problems with rust but do have to deal with hard water; they have a chemical treatment called a pillow that takes care of that.

While it might feel like an extra charge to tenants, these packages often provide value that indirectly benefits the property owner as well—like reduced maintenance calls or ensuring the property is better protected.In my experience managing a large portfolio of properties, these fees are becoming more common due to the thin margins in property management.

For several reasons (property taxes, politics), I would prefer to begin real estate investing somewhere other than locally. 

If you’ve worked with trustworthy contractors or subcontractors in the Jackson County/MO area (especially those familiar with investment properties), I’d love your recommendations.

I’m an investor and the owner of a property management company based in Kokomo, with portfolios extending into the Indianapolis area.

The property is unused most of the year. 

The property will do very well over the long term.