I would imagine that once you set up a payment plan with them, they will turn on the water for the plumbers to do what they need to do.Not sure on the regulations on this but Id also see taking the tenant to court for the balance due on the water bill.Best of luck!

Does anyone else have experience with this? 

This is assuming things go almost perfectly.

It is unusual that I provide this list.  

Serious investors know this. 

This way if we have a disagreement, someone has final say.

@Prashanth Mahakali might know this answer, but otherwise it may be worth talking to an immigration attorney...the last thing you want to do is put your H1B at risk.

By doing this you'll start to see which strategies might better align with your resources (time, money, energy, connections, etc) and your future goals.

(this helps expands your geographic targets if you don't have to manage), etc. 

I plan to make 25% down on this home.