One way or another, however, the investors must work to pay down loans, increase rents and decrease expenses wherever possible.

Getting a flood plain map modified can be both expensive and time consuming.

Overall real estate syndicates is not for everyone because you have to realise that you may have very limited control over investment, fees and expenses the syndicate, potential for conflicts of among members.

Based on that math yes, you'd clear a couple hundred dollars after all debts and expenses, not the worst spot to be if you're not necessarily needing the cashflow/trying to live off of it, but instead are focusing on playing the long game. 

It helps me track those expenses better and ensures I have the funds when needed.

On the other hand, stainless steel appliances are more expensive, they won't be stained by things like pasta sauce, but they show scratches more easily.I'm trying to make my Section 8 rentals as bulletproof as possible so that I can keep my costs down. 

And every dollar of expense paid/saved impacts your returns just as much as a dollar more or less in rent.

Don't forget to factor in any shared expenses for the common areas, like maintenance or utilities, to get a more accurate picture.

They're not only expensive, but almost impossible to reach  - a function of supply and demand, but also told there's partiality to locals and we're not.So is there such a thing as traveling contractors, and if so, where can they be found? 

They seem overwhelmed atm so thought I'd ask on here.The QI seemed overwhelmed because there is not a lot of real clear guidance on the issue.