I wouldn’t think those are common numbers.. if you’re buying properties at 26K regularly that’s a different story.

We have expansive soils here (clay that expands when it gets wet) as well as some older cast iron lines and even some orangeburg so it's common to see sewer line issues (often just some tree roots that need to be cleaned then the line re-scoped).

Bitcoin is something that could become a reality as a common viable means of payment, but as of now, it is not something I would accept. 

If paid by the lender (this is common for conventional financing, especially with retail lenders), the origination and/or underwriting fee is “baked” into the interest rate, therefore giving you a higher rate in exchange for lower out of pocket costs. 

It’s exciting to see you embracing this new chapter and diving into real estate.

Common utilities paid by the landlord will be similar if not the same; standard services (extermination, changing filters, snow removal, fire safety inspections etc.) will cost the same.Expenses will vary depending on the market.

Important things to check include opening and closing every cabinet, looking under sinks, pushing on doors and cabinets, and checking commonly used areas.

A common rhetoric is "if you find a good deal, the money will come"..in my experience that is false.

When managing a rental property, here are some common maintenance expenses to be aware of.

In fact, a common colleague of Chris and mine worked with them for a few years but departed once he learned of the issues outlined above.