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This could include checking on pipes to make sure they haven't frozen in sub-zero temps, walking the property to make sure the cleaner is doing their job correctly, running a package over in-between guests, or running an item over to a guest that may have ended up not working after their arrival...like a coffee pot.

If the inexperienced owner / investor obliges, he who has the gold makes the rules.

A lot of the guests recommend against purchasing townhomes/condos due to the home owners associations.  

The days of working 40 years for the same company and getting the gold watch when you retire are GONE.

This could be a turn-off for some vacationers.Some communities that allow short-term rentals have a minimum of 3 or 6 months; where again the guest must go thru the background application check with the community - usually $50-$100 fee.Also note, that mobile home communities that do not do a background check, will have felons & drama/crime in the community. 

for a second I underestimated the power of BiggerPockets.Im now looking for the second deal but unsure about financing options.My first deal was all cash but thinking about financing the 2nd deal.I hear that given my job status (Engineer for 5yrs with stable company) and financial situation, it is a good idea to leverage my credit with a bank???

Is attaining “real estate professional” status even worth it?

A coach/mentor is worth their weight in gold. 

Tenant shall not allow any other person, other than Tenant's immediate family or transient relatives and friends who are guests of Tenant, to use or occupy the Premises without first obtaining Landlord's written consent to such use.