I've always had this dream of a beach home within walking distance to the beach, so I realize I probably need to back up and look at this more objectively instead of emotionally when it comes to extra wear and tear and higher insurance costs, weather impacts, etc.

However, the biggest challenge is dealing with well and septic systems, which can cost $15K - $75K to fix.

I'm not sure if prices have hit their lowest point yet, but they have come down a lot from when they were very high last year.Thanks for the help in advance.Isn't it really about the time value of money and opportunity costs?

Based on our understanding the SHA can cover that cost, and it'd be a benefit to the tenant since they've had issues covering utility costs in a timely manner in the past.Our questions:- Can anyone else that works with the SHA confirm they let roperty owners include a flat rate utility charge as being covered?

Better software will give you the option of charging the Tenant for those ACH fees, but I personally eat the cost of them.

I'm always learning about REI because the more knowledge I have under my belt, the better I can negotiate deals, accurately calculate repair costs and etc.

Cost alone not being my biggest consideration.

So, check into that as that may be an additional hard cost you need to factor in.

@Cory Lucas  mastermind groups and coaching can have a huge effect on increasing performance.

I've noticed that is the case and they haven't really been making effective moves in getting the properties rented any time soon.