Typical service calls are $45.00 to go, then depending on the problem, finding the solution and repairing.

Steve Theobald, Realtypath-Solutions

I llook forward to hearing all the possible solutions.

There is one possible solution.

@Jarvis Bailey - you may want to look into some of the Podio packaged solutions.  

Even if you want to pay cash and invest in only one prop to start off with, the peace of mind you get from more reliable, stable tenants and fewer move-out costs will honestly be worth it. 

I am not saying its best to have IRAs in equities, just that I prefer to keep my account there with no fees until it grows to a size that the numbers start matching my business goals.Good luck and I hope you find the solution that works best for you.

I am looking for reliable contractors that do not have a criminal record. 

I think @Jd Martin nailed it.A "rule of thumb" is defined as "a useful principle having wide application but not intended to be strictly accurate or reliable in every situation.As a rule of thumb, I like apples.

The only problem you may run into is having enough funds for down payment/closing costs, so a co-borrower may be required and/or you can obtain gift funds.Another possible solution would be to go FHA route and find a fourplex.