The hardest thing I have found so far is finding a reliable contractor that doesn't charge you an arm and a leg for their services.Price required that we buy in a less desirable neighborhood.

I appreciate everyone on this site for the wealth of knowledge they are willing to share and the welcome arms displayed for newbies. 

I think one of there strong arms is tenant placement.

There is a reason for modern housing codes.... safety.

I have many cases we have had owners had did not wanted to abide by the property code or the lease agreement or repair health and safety items in a timely manner.One of the things that we try to do with owners and tenants is set correct expectations upfront.

That premise might give newer investors who may be apprehensive a sense of safety.

Keep that at arm's length from your other activities.

The trade-off in a little less cash flow and paying interest allows you to a) do more deals, b) have a bigger safety liquid position. 

As a quick rule of thumb expenses should be 35% of gross income.Go to IREM.org search for ARM certified property managers.

Amount to pay off, payment, type - govt or non govt, arm or fixedWhat is market rent?