For a first timer I would recommend you learn the ropes by sticking to a light rehab say under 30K, or however much money you are able to lose, whichever is less.  

In addition, it’s easy not to remember exactly where a roof vent or sky light is underneath the snow and ice.

Can someone shed some light on what works and doesn't here? 

Similar to landscaping, snow removal, trash pickup, small maintenance and many other 'job' service providers.

Landscape fee may be low for mowing. 

I would do "light staging" which gives people an idea of space segregation, allow them to picture their furniture and essentially mentally move into the house before putting in an offer yet.

Inquire.If it needs light rehab we've found tenants actually love the idea they'll be moving into a unit with fresh floors, paint, etc.

Brian Dalton those are a lot of great points, but i do want to focus on commercial multi family apartments that generate that residual income. starting off small at first then build my portfolio to bigger deals. but thats kind if where my head is. if any light to share or opinions on this please feel free to let ne know. thank you for your time

I had something like this years ago - it was in Commerce City - It was house on light industrial zoning, there were houses up and down the block with the same zoning.

Remember, repairs, utilities, CAPEX, PITI, landscaping/snow removal, vacancy, all have to be factored in.