Some mentees will act as a bloodhound for the mentor, knocking on doors, driving for dollars, scouring the internet, making cold calls, or performing other services that help the mentor find new deals.

So, I am thinking the boiler is nearing the end of its life.House has no ducts.Should I replace the gas boiler vs installing mini-splits in all units since the utility costs would go back to the tenants (they pay electricity) and I may be able to charge more since the units would have AC too in addition to heat (Philly is no longer that cold in the winter).If ROI is within 5 years, then I am thinking to do it.Any suggestions?

Whether very cold weather or very hot weather is out?  

You should just start cold calling.

Now whether that's your cold hard cash or a JV partner it makes no difference to me, but it always is a huge red flag for me when an investor does not have any money to put towards a deal. 

Needs to be more during cold periods because of water line issues. 

I've owned about a dozen SFH rentals for over 20 years now. I know it's the nature of the hunt but geez, getting almost 5-10 calls a day on top of texts. I've gotten 2 calls while typing this!  It's impressive yet fru...

Weaver was a house that was neglected for 7 years in one of the most family-friendly streets in Cold Springs, KY.

Some mentees will act as a bloodhound for the mentor, knocking on doors, driving for dollars, scouring the internet, making cold calls, or performing other services that help the mentor find new deals.

Also, I rented it for a period of time and learned how frequent repair requests from tenants can add up, especially in a cold climate area prone to pipe freezing.