Also, consider these issues: Capital calls if no rental income to cover mortgage payments or major CAPEX expenseA partner wants to cash out, or diesOne partner is sued for something outside the partnershipWho will be the controling partnerUse BiggerPocket search feature as there are other numerous, helpful discussions on partnerships

Additionally, it now has the receipt scanning feature Bob referenced.  

They have a list automator add-on feature.

Tell the parents to hire a moving van, pack up the kids stuff and change the locks while the kids are gone.They have some nerve basically sneaking them in and now they want you to solve their problems.

For a first time investor, purchasing out of state seems nerve wrecking.

Or, having to "sneak in" or fit in various calls (be they for purchasing a unit or some issue) from work (which became a bit easier once I had a cell phone).Another main feature is I take relatively good care of my units. 

To make it worse, even attorneys (I'm not one of them) disagree on how it should be done.BiggerPockets features multiple podcast episodes and articles on this topic, and I suggest you start there.

The apartment features luxury plank flooring, new kitchen cabinets, stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, and in-unit washer/dryer.

Looking at the photos to check on the finishes and features that are getting top dollar (again for either strategy) will provide you a Look Book that could inspire you.As a money-saving idea, visit Stardust Building Materials, which is like a Goodwill version of Home Depot.

The last recommendation (quick hack), if you search the address in Zillow, and click on facts and features, then look beneath property details, on the right, you will see the "Lot" header.