I responded below.1) Why has it been empty for so long?

HI EvThere are some good PM companies in your area that I know, but you should do your own due diligence and figure what works best with your business model I would look up NARPM and start with them..Below are some questions I would think would be a good starting point for you to see who really treats their company like a business or a hobby.My business partner is a regional VP for NARPM and I am happy to help if you need anything please reach outQuestions to Ask prospective management companies What are your average days on market for vacant homes?

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Maybe through in free HVAC filter replacements for her so that you were seeing the property every 30 days.

@Zaina Rocke - in order to BRRRR a property you have to purchase it below market value (preferably with cash) with the intention of rehabbing it to create equity and cashflow.  

@Martin Neal yeah I thought the taxes where alittle high also but that’s what came from the listing agent from the rent roll , i just guessed with the water cost would be , because it’s a 5 unit with 9 rooms I just assume if it’s 9 people using the water it may be $300 since it not sub meter , I put more details in the description below in other information that I received from my realtor 

Pea gravel or rocks can get messy.I don't know much about the climate in Omaha, but I would use some type of slow growing, low maintenance ground cover or shrubs.

With the stats below, I'm curious to get feedback if you feel this particular property would make sense to a rental investor.Zip Code: 35805ARV: $87.2kAsking: $75kRepairs: $8.9kAssignment Fee: $3kAll In: $86.8 + closingRent: $830/mo

The idea of the real estate game is to obviously find properties that are priced below market value… aka “a deal”.

Best bet would probably be 6+ properties with below market rents.If would like to talk in more detail about the strategies I can give you a call on Monday.Niels