@Drew Sygit and Michael Symthe.I'm just the neighbor in "Little Detroit" called Toledo hehe.Feel free to message me with any questions and I'd be happy to assist.All the best 🙏

He called me a few hours later and stated he had been "out of town".

is it worth offering discounts on rent and asking the tenant to fix minor issues themselves rather than calling the landlord, this to avoid property management company expenses? 

Hey there, I would be happy to give you my thoughts on your strategies if you want to set up a call. the underlined statement is completely incorrect though unless I am misunderstanding:" Nearby Rural: Limited development might mean slower changes to the landscape but potentially fewer surprises.

If you'd rather not deal with tenant calls or maintenance issues, a manager might be worth the cost.You've put some great thought into your plan.

Multiple times I was called over to fix doors that had been pulled off the hinges, Outlet covers that had been pulled off and broken, towel rods and toilet paper holders pulled off of walls, stuff put down the drains causing back ups.

These so called professionals enjoyed taking your money to do the transactions but become as silent as rats when there is a mistake.

Happy to set up a call or meet for coffee.

Just get extra insurance and call it good.

Call around to a few companies that may need that, and see what they pay/would pay for storage.