I don't know if you can do that for water/sewer, but I think you can; it might be worth trying.I estimated my vacancy based on the number of months each unit was empty between tenants (usually about 1 month for turnover, if my memory serves me correctly).

A checklist can serve as a reminder before the cleaner leaves to go over it and - "oh that's right I forgot to refill the salt shaker" - not remember to do it once the guest is there and dread the upcoming review.

Quote from @Taylor L.: Where is the property?  

Which in philosophy states that persons who act to further the interests of others (or the interests of the group or groups to which they belong, ultimately serve their own self-interest.

You buy them first come first served at face value.The list in Baltimore was literally thousands of leftover properties.

@Kendra L LeeJust curious. 

They do not serve any purpose other than federal tax reporting.

You serve a pay rent of quit notice.

The short of it is that you are best served to find a reputable insurance agency that has experience working with investors. 

Many tax professionals are set up to serve you virtually, so you'll want to keep that in mind as you search.Good luck!