Quote from @Kevin Sobilo:  My leases state that any monies owed are payable "as rent" so that if they do not pay that damage bill I can simply choose to evict them for "unpaid rent" which is simple and cookie cutter.FYI this is not legal in Colorado. https://leg.colorado.gov/bills/hb23-1095 prohibits "A provision that characterizes any amount or fee set forth in the rental agreement, with the sole exception of the set monthly payment for occupancy of the premises, as "rent" for which all remedies to collect rent, including eviction, are available"As for the $600 faucet... it sounds like you just called up a random plumber and told them to install a faucet.

. - Second Home Loans & Seller ConcessionsOne way to off-set some of the unanticipated costs above is by utilizing more favorable and flexible lending and mortgage terms.

From their perspective, they need to manage travel and set up time to protect their profits.

If you are comfortable with them, set up a showing, or if not, tell them the property manager will call them to set up a showing (they are applying to so many places that they rarely follow up when no one calls).

This typically includes and exterior and interior makeover and re-leasisng to whole new set of tenants at much higher rents.

I got some general information upfront and then they said they wanted to pair me up with an account rep and get things set up for me.

I like to set rentals up for lower maintenance long term as much as possible.

Hi Erick,One major hurdle is setting the right price without the insights a real estate agent might offer, potentially affecting your home's marketability.

Managing this from California has presented its own set of challenges. 

We do mostly new construction single family and multifamily spec homes at wholesale prices if you want to get away from existing inventory. most agents here are going to set you up on a drip and to "let them know" when you see something you like.