Charge them for when you believe would be a tenant charge and re-consider if/when they appeal. 

Love that you're so young and already have a goal to be successful in RE!

Last but not lease, start writing offers and don't get stuck in analysis paralysis. 

I would notify her in person and in writing (big note on her door) including quoting the clause in the lease where she is responsible, and tell her you will be inspecting to insure the heat remains on, high enough to protect your unit, or she will be breaking the terms of her lease and also liable for any damage done in the downstairs unit as well.

Put it in writing and have both of you sign it.

I am interested in connecting without RE investors focused on Residential Assisted Facility investments in Houston, TX.

I wasn’t writing anything towards you or your post at all.

A team of lenders, title companies, contractors and RE attorneys, and significant knowledge of the intricacies of real estate transactions, you will be MORE than prepared to dive feet first into your first deals and will do so with CONFIDENCE.

If you expand your rental business in the future, an LLC may be worth considering, but for now, keeping good records and securing appropriate insurance should provide adequate protectionThis post does not create a CPA-Client relationship.

THIS WILL NOT need to be disclosed on any future applications (URLA or Uniform Residential Loan Application) as this is NOT your debt!