But I recommend you read this article I wrote for Bigger Pockets titled How to Invest in Real Estate Before Turning 21.

I'm somewhat new to real estate investing myself in the sense that i have not yet done my first deal but because of all the knowledge i have gained from BP, blogs, podcasts and articles I know a lot more than I expected myself to know at this point.I had similar questions like the ones you listed because although i've lived on land the whole time, i never had the need to ask for the cost of lawn care, flood insurance, garbage removal etc.I learned that the water, sewage and garbage bill in my area was packaged together and i learned that here on Bigger Pockets, from the comfort of my computer.Of course, you'd be encouraged to get out and start looking at homes in person but Bigger Pockets definitely helps you get setup for all you want to accomplish in Real Estate!

An interesting article in the WSJ on the disaster that is befalling Airbnb hosts, both owners and sub-leasee's.

https://www.wsj.com/articles/a-bargain-with-the-devilbill-comes-due-for-overextended-airbnb-hosts-11588083336

There are tons of great articles on BP about how to handle and make the experience go smoother with contractors.   

Hey Colin,A friend mentioned your article in the Business Review recently.

I am new to the Biggerpockets community, although I have read a ton of discussions, articles, and Brandon's book on how to invest with little (or no) downpayment.

Have a look at BP's blog where new articles are published every day: https://www.biggerpockets.com/blog 4.

You can find numerous BP articles on these strategies and they are very, very powerful strategies. 

Sorry that I don't have much advice, I just thought your article was relatable.