How is Mesa, AZ a good candidate beyond having a contractor relationship, and being cheaper than your own area?

Hoping that this is a one-off (not a lot of hope - leopard, spots and all that), but know that it will be much easier to handle once we are in town.As of now, I am writing a late rent notice to deliver by certified mail with proof of delivery so we have a paper trail if we get down to a need to evict.

Steve, My knowledge of properties in NYC is very limited, but with what I do know and have observed personally (I used to tag along with my Uncle - he's a construction contractor) on buildings with age like you have throughout New York, it is very important to check for leaks, as well as foundational issues.

Do you know if taking a detailed walk through video would be sufficient for a contractor to do a rough estimate?

Past references are best - check them out just as you would when hiring a nanny for your children or a contractor to improve your house.

Annoying but painless.If you get a very large affected area you can get a certified lead paint abatement contractor to quote you for abatement.

You'll also want to create a network of contractors.

Besides being a licensed contractor, I am also an agent.

Total monthly operating costs should be $2250.In terms of the deal split, my partner would be the person who sourced the property opportunity and who will serve as general contractor.

I'll definitely need to find a good agent out here along with a lender, and a reasonably priced contractor.