In my estimation (local utility costs vary as well as temperature) it is about $400 per month on average. 

However, often it's simply miscommunication.Policies on initial consultations vary widely, and mine have changed more than once over time.

Also "best" will vary from person to person. 

The problem with tax sale is it is very state specific and vary tremendously.Tax sale is definitely not “without risk”. 

Seeing as it is usually about 20 degrees and the lake is frozen I kinda think that is off. 

I require my tenants to have a minimum credit score of 680. A group of four are applying together for my 4 bdrm property. They are an engaged couple, the guy’s mother, and the woman’s brother. I was told that out of t...

I'm sure this answer varies by state (I'm in Alabama), but I was wanting to know how everyone handles this situation, whereby a Tennent moves their trailer onto your property, then at some point later stops paying lot rent for whatever reason.

Aside from the items that you already suggested, the only other thing you can use to verify the stated income is the seller's bank statements (not all sellers will release their bank statements, but some will).The expenses will vary a bit from owner to owner, so you're better off reaching out to a local property management company to get an understanding of how much things cost, unless you plan to self-manage the property. 

What makes the most sense to you may vary, and may also depend on how risk averse you are.

There is no limit to the number of deals you can do (like there is in IL).I'm not sure about the dry closings (though I doubt they have that right, either), but the fact that they're already giving you bad advice makes me think it's time to find someone else.Title companies vary quite a bit.