I am to the point in my life where I have began buying, selling and renting real-estate.

Since the home was vacant and since the bank purchased it from the County Sheriff, the new owner who decides to renovate it is responsible for this bill.I've never heard of this fee in my life and neither did my plumber or my attorney who I called right after speaking to the agency.

Whether it is really does not matter it is just a fact of life that you have to deal with.

Luckily, I live a frugal life and am able to save close to 60% of my income.

Additionally, it is one of few systems that run 24 hours so it is also a fantastic option for enjoying Philadelphia restaurants and night life. 

Since the days of being a paper boy, I've worked most of my life, aside from 3 unemployed months and until recently "Savings" was just another fancy word rich folks used (or so it seemed).

(cell phone, health car, car etc...) 

This allows tenants to take pride in the home and stay longer because they only need to move if something in their life circumstances change, not because they have a better option. 

I left corporate life over a year ago, and I am still alive! 

More likely you may be at end-of-life for a roof, HVAC systems are about to die, etc.