Trash, miscellaneous such as water charge for a water leak, umbrella policy or other asset protection, book keeper/tax person, etc.  

I personally would be their agent, but I am very hesitant to partner with people unless I have fully vetted them.I would be their agent on a few deals, and then you would decide if you want to partner with them.

Hello everybody,I am looking to change my personal CPA and I would appreciate some referrals of local CPAs, preferably in Broward County, Florida.

At that point you pivoted to AirBnB, and you say that is sometimes covering the mortgage.I personally don't see a reason to stay in the house.  

After that it becomes very personal depending on investors goals, abilities, interests, etc. 

We had personal savings and put down 5% with a conventional loan.

While I haven't personally experienced a tenant causing major fire damage, here are a few thoughts and suggestions based on what I've learned from the BiggerPockets community:First and foremost, I hope everyone is safe and unharmed.

I personally only buy STR'S where I would want to go on vacation. 

I have been binge watching YouTube videos, in particular those put out by three particular companies.

Call all the auction companies in your area and get on their mailing listing (make a personal contract with auctioneer associates - let them know that you are a buyer)  they will email you a list of up-coming foreclosure auctions.Your benefit by getting to the owner early, is that you may be able to 1.take over the mortgage by making up the back payments 2. get a deed signed, 3. take over the existing mortgage 4. advise the owner how to delay or stop the mortgage foreclosure 5.