(and this falls on the owner as well, if they want to be informed every time a light bulb gets changed then there is bound to be friction.

Could you put up some more lights  in the area?   

Lastly, I know it doesn't snow often down there, but what about landscaping?  

Other possible expenses that you wouldn't see in a SFR is landscaping and snow removal costs.

Based on operations the past few years this is probably a touch high on average, but certainly not out of line.Regarding landscaping, of course the consequences of inadequate upkeep are a bit less severe than they are for snow removal.

Turns out there is a meter somewhere for a pole light or something that the owner paid.An agent for another property told me that only water was paid for by the landlord but then his P&L, which by the way was just a MS Word doc with some stuff scribbled on it indicated otherwise.

So I just bought my second house a month ago on a block where all the houses were built on TV and given away, top of the line lights, faucets appliances etc. 2 doors down a house sits vacant as the winner lives out of state.

I understand that I should consult attorney if I am serious about pursuing this issue, but can you shed a light on advantage/disadvantage of sole member vs. partnership LLC for rental?

Repair damaged interior doorframesRepair cracked drywall Repair minor interior water damagePaint interiorRehab kitchensTear down garage, replace with 1-2 unit structureRemove fence/landscape yard (xeriscape for low maintenance) My biggest question is: after I stop water from getting under the house, how long should I wait until I have foundation work done?

Using your landscape example, you don't have any way of knowing the $750 guy is better than the $3000 guy until you've used both of them.