Exemptions vary by state and thus posters would need more information to be able to answer your questions.  

As far as 'turnkey markets', those markets vary between them.

I think most people will tell you that a good investment is a subjective term and varies from investor to investor. 

In regards to charging points it is an accepted practice and varies from deal to deal.I would also pay special attention to what @Jeanette Adler posted about exit strategy and time value of money.Hope this helps.Happy investing!

Property Tax rates/ property insurance, etc. vary significantly from location to location.

I think it varies by state.

I have had this happen before and it was short by varying amounts each month. 

Your situation may vary but its quite motivational.http://www.biggerpockets.com/forums/223/topics/225...Kudos,Mary

Laws vary state to state, in some states unless you have a specific agreement with the buyer, then you are working for the seller, but the way around that is to sign a buyers agency agreement with the agent. 

For HW I would probably just not bother, use varies so much and people who don't pay, don't conserve(think 3 showers a day)  Heat you can put landlord thermostats in and insulate well but that doesn't stop them from opening windows in the dead of winter for some air..( really happened).