Take it block to block - colleague me and fill me in on your operation methods to see if its for you.

We talked about the different ways that we can work and how he gets paid: cost plus, fixed price, etcI would like to know how other pros are structuring their payments and what is the preferred method of billing.

I like John's method better, but @Bill Coleman thanks for introducing me to the idea.  

I am willing to learn about other methods of both generating capital and cash flow, though.

What do you think is your most effective method of lead generation?

After a number of years you will get an idea of the percentage of expenses for your property, but experience shows it will be close to 50%.Also, replacement reserve is a method of setting aside funds (usually in a bank account) to cover a rental property’s anticipated (inevitable) future capital improvement expenses.

A very smart lady (@Jessica Swingle) recently said to me that many investors wouldn't buy a property where they wouldn't want their mother to live.That's one investment method and definitely good advice.

With the MTM you would need to give proper notice of the change.2) There are numerous technical solutions to the metering issue.

Her methods on targeting Probates are the best.  

The last scenario is fairly easy to resolve but the other can be very involved, using proprietary methods.