Also understanding how things are put together, how siding works, gutters, etc (basically as many aspects of the home as possible)Having this knowledge will also help you from getting burned by contractors telling you things just so they can save time and money and deliver a crappy service. 

Outside of this, it’s been difficult to even figure out where to find reliable contractors in my area.

Whoever sold you this property and the management company are not looking out for your interests.

OFX and Atlantic Money may provide better rates for large transactions.Hope this helps!

Has the sponsor been there done this?

As ravens fly across the sky,I pass agreements swiftly by.No need to claim the haunted land,Just find another eager hand.A trader's art without a trace,What practice runs this spectral race?"

I read the BP’s ultimate beginner guide and am just starting to read Brandon Turners “the book on rental property investing”.

Thanks allI think this ultimately comes down to the following: Will your return on investment be better with a new purchase than your current return on equity for that $200K?

***THIS IS SUPER IMPORTANT as if you forgot this, you'll ended up having to pay extra $$$ or clean it up yourself***3.

This is a very common agreement, in your space your problem and they also should have insurance that if its extensive insurance would cover it.