When a tenant moves out, transfer the deposit back to Checking so it's ready to apply towards expenses or refund the Tenant.If you end up with excess funds in the Checking account, I recommend you transfer it to a third account designated explicitly for future investments.

What’s your recommendation for a dishwasher brand/model that’s likely to last but not super expensive?

If not what do you all recommend?

In that case, I would recommend that you look at some lower priced land notes in an easy to foreclose state like Texas.

This is a business, and in business I've found it prudent to retain a healthy dose of cynicism.  

Did you work with any real estate professionals (agents, lenders, etc.) that you'd recommend to others?

@Christian DiCroce I don't know if Cleveland is one of the Ohio areas that is on your Radar or not but since it's been brought up here is some food for thought for you.If you are looking at Cleveland I recommend checking out The Ultimate Guide to Grading Cleveland Neighborhoods.

Would definitely recommend hiring at least 3 on an hourly rate and see who performs best.

I recommend that bidders should always approach any skillful & responsible conversation with the assumption that listing agents know what the buyer needs to know, and more times than not they do.

I assume I need an attorney, any recommendations on anyone experienced on this matter?