This makes it very difficult to service and do routine filter replacements and cleanings.The bottom line is this. 

My daily routine as part of learning/education is going through the forums and my keyword alerts and it’s been super valuable so far to learn more and also to network and make connections with other investors/agents/PMs in the local market.

Owners are going to need to ensure that their cleaning routines are more thorough than ever.

@Josane Cumandala - I actually don't use a property management company, while not ideal, I manage the properties from here (with typically monthly long weekends there) - I have boots on the ground that I can call should an emergency arise (family & a list of contractors that I can trust).I personally don't see my brand as "slum-lord" either, to help avoid that I'm pretty selective with the properties that I purchase & invest a lot of time on my monthly trips taking care of the routine maintinence.  

I'm mainly talking about routine maintenance and minor tasks like painting, replacing boards, caulking, replacing fixtures etc...Also, I would like to get your opinion if you think that a licensed contractor is required for these smaller tasks, or should I  go with a cheaper contractor that is not necessarily licensed?

Doing it this way has literally eliminated a week (in most cases) from our critical-path routine...

I think right now with the low interest rates it is the best time to brrrr as you will lock in the great rates on the refinance but if you feel uncomfortable with it then just buy and hold.

I know the fly out mentor routine.. but again what is some guy who really does not know your market going to do for you.you would be far better off with a good agent .. especially if its flipping houses you want to do.for buy and hold that's just plain vanilla real estate the numbers are the numbers end of discussion.What market are you in ???

If the landlord feels uncomfortable with the work situation being undefined or the lack of US accounts - I typically suggest the renter offer to pay 6 months to a year up front while they reestablish themselves in the states.Obviously, this assumes the renter has an otherwise solid application, references, and resources and of course they’re still required to pay the security and broker fees.

The Net Sale Price is computed by taking your Gross Sale Price and subtracting your routine “permissible selling expenses.”