After we meet, if he doesn't provide documentation then I'll move on.

It'll likely be much lower.Of course - on subsequent years the property tax footprint can rise by no more than 5% YoY.I'm trying to dial in my P&L here, so if I do find a decent investment property option, the math can be done quickly and I can get moving quickly.

Connecting with experienced investors is a great move as it allows you to learn from others' experiences and opens doors to partnerships, resources, and insights you might not have considered.

And I think he did make a post that he is moving back to the mainland and it sounded like maybe taking  a different role in ODC  Again hard to glean things from facebook no one really gives any details on that site so all just wag's on my part.

Focus on areas with strong rental demand, like Broad Ripple, Fountain Square, or near universities like Butler and IUPUI.Maintenance Costs: Indiana weather can be tough on properties, so budget for seasonal maintenance like snow removal and HVAC servicing.Additional AdviceKeep an Emergency Fund: Unexpected repairs or vacancies can arise, so having 3-6 months of expenses saved will help you weather any surprises.Build a Reliable Team: I have lists of contractors, handymen, cleaners and property managers if you'd like me to send.Good luck with your property and future expansion!

A lot of things can go wrong and there is more moving parts.

Give them a couple of options, they already know the unit got foreclosed, most people move to avoid the hassle. 

@Kristin MathernI would pay it given no keys were provided, it wasn’t specifically addressed/mentioned in your lease, you were provided the opportunity to address/fix yourself with a 25-30 dollar replacement from Lowe’s/Home Depot, and lastly, it was an existing situation that could have been avoided/prevented at move in.

I have been in property management for 20 years, almost 3 years ago I moved to Birmingham AL to start my investment journey.

If you ask the manager to justify a fee and he starts hemming and hawing, move on or require them to remove the fee.