Moving forward spend a lot of time looking up HVAC system, roof, water heaters etc.

My daughter had her roof done and after having the roof done she has brown water spots in the interior of her home.

Sometimes I'll get an attorney and they want a contract so I put together a one page document with the relevant facts and they are happy.For everyone else I use email to confirm the details.I still have my STR insurance policy.I also have control of the thermostats and water heater via wifi.

The big ticket items like HVAC, water heaters and roof. 

Assuming numbers are for year 2, when you rent it out.  1) Make sure all utilities are in the tenant's name, including sewer/water, trash, etc. 

Hi Josh, I'm more inland with hotter temps, but I pay about $100 in water, $20 in trash services, and $100-400 in electric a month. 

As it is duplex, the owner eats water/sewer/garbage in Cleveland

The main problem is the water lines need to be replaced. 

Currently learning the proper process and navigating the water as a new investor with barrier to entry which is why I was considering a partner.

You need to put the right number of units on the right line.You can also do a FOIA request for the water records, if that shows more units you can get it overturned.