Persistence beats resistance man. 

People love hardwoods and if they are clean and smooth they are very forgiving about any "character flaws" such as old water stains or cigarette burns.

There are only few homes in the small community that come to the market for sale.We’ve been fighting hard to resist the temptation to go with the home, but also avoid any risks as possible given the current crisis we are all in.Requesting all experienced investors and home owners to provide some thoughts and advise here!!

The saving grace of this home, all the natural woodwork was kept in remarkable condition AND since the home is in the flight path of the airport, 5 years ago Mitchell International came in and replaced all the windows, exterior doors, installed 2 new furnaces, 2 new central air units, basement dehumidifiers, and water heaters. 

I agree that real estate is much more stable & resistance to change compared to stock market.

I am 3 months into my current 6 month period for water and sewage and I noticed that my water bill went up exactly 50$ and my sewage bill went up exactly 50$ so obviously they are hiding a rent hike in my Bill's.

You mention doing your own maintenance and Repairs and capital improvements (roof, windows, furnace, water heater, etc). 

Still need to account for roof 25 year life span, appliances and hot water heater 12 year life span,hvac 20 year life span, bath and kitchen remodel 20 year life span.

Management that can't keep the water pressure up or service on, or trash picked up.  

Noticed your profile pic and couldn’t resist.