That 6 ft privacy fence is a good start, but you could also include separate entrances, designated parking spaces, and clear instructions about shared spaces (if any).Noise Policies: Include quiet hours in the STR house rules (e.g., after 10 PM).

Between a demanding FT job (that I enjoy,) a wife who also works FT, and two young children, I have no real desire to "all in" to real estate as a FT career at this point in my life.

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!

This is assuming things go almost perfectly.

Does anyone else have experience with this? 

It is unusual that I provide this list.  

Brands included.

@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.

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

Doug, I was in this situation 6 months ago.