It’s their job to maintain a surplus, so the HOA can pay for maintaining the building, upgrading as needed, etc.

You just have to do it to clean up the property:  Sometimes, especially for newly acquired properties, the grounds are in such bad shape that you need to invest in order to get it to a maintainable state.  

Thank you for sharing W Stephens,  I was pondering taking out a Heloc on my personal property at 2.8 %, 50,000 minimum draw requirement to be maintained for 3 months, at this time I only need about 10,000 of it, would doing so at this time be a bad move?

You have no buildings to maintain. 

There are also additional costs of operating and maintaining an LLC, like separate bank accounts, annual report filings, tax filings, etc.2.

Just ensure the property is clean, well-maintained, staged how it will be in reality and properly lit.

@Bruce Woodruff  definitely keep the stair carpet--you need to maintain the aesthetic flow with the carpeted bathroom :)

Maintaining a Series LLC will be easier than having multiple LLCs, but slightly more complex than having a single LLC.

Here are some ways to increase cash flow from your properties:1.Raise rent: Regularly reviewing and increasing rent can help increase cash flow from your properties, but it’s important to ensure that the rent remains competitive and in line with the local market.2.Improve property management: Hiring a professional property management company can help streamline operations and increase efficiency, freeing up more cash flow.3.Increase occupancy rates: Increasing occupancy rates through effective marketing and tenant retention strategies can increase cash flow by reducing the amount of time the property is vacant.4.Implement energy-efficient upgrades: Making energy-efficient upgrades, such as installing energy-saving appliances or adding insulation, can help reduce utility costs and increase cash flow.5.Implement a preventative maintenance program: Regularly maintaining and repairing properties can help reduce the costs of major repairs down the road and increase cash flow.6.Diversify your portfolio: Diversifying your portfolio by investing in multiple properties in different geographic locations and markets can help reduce risk and increase cash flow.7.Refinance: Refinancing your properties can help lower your monthly mortgage payments, freeing up cash flow for other expenses or investments.By implementing these strategies, you can increase the cash flow from your properties and achieve a higher return on your investment.

They do not have that many parts so are easy to maintain and are pretty bullet proof.