The assessed value is then multiplied by the local tax rate to calculate the amount of property taxes owed.I’m sure you may be wondering why commercial properties tend to have higher tax rates.

Local to Boston area would love to help you out!

Are you networked with colleagues in your local real estate community?

Interested in attending and networking with local individuals 

Can you pay off a higher interest/lower balance note first eliminating a payment.If growth is your goal then it doesn't make sense to pay down any mortgage that is cash flowing unless the local market suggests this might change.

What does any of the above have to do with local Brooklyn Landlords/Property-managers banding together to collectively hire a roaming part-time Super to help out?

Call the local municipality where your rental property is located and ask if they have a list of certified local contractors or see the attached link for a list of NJ Certified Lead Evaluators...https://www.nj.gov/dca/divisions/codes/publications/pdf_lead...

You will benefit yourself far more in the long run by networking locally and finding a seasoned real estate agent/broker that specializes in working with investors, both building and liquidating portfolios. 

The New Orleans agent was able to connect us with a local lender.

Ask local law enforcement who the trouble makers are.