But they happen (hopefully) at long intervals.

Section 8 tenants could loose their access to their funding (at least in Tx during our ownership interval) if they caused problems, we had very little trouble.

You will have lots of expenses, most of which will come at irregular intervals.

The historical interval is 18 years.

(O) "Suspended license" means the license status that prohibits a licensee from providing services that require a license under this chapter for a specified interval of time.

He should be submitted to the same checks that she was so you at least know what you're dealing with if she intends on continuing having him over at regular intervals.

.-- Make it a point to keep your books on a  1-3-5 days interval, Does not matter if you use QuickBooks or any other software.QuickBooks is a Total Solution for Property Management and Financial Management.Depending on what bells and whistles you are looking for.

I would also check to see if your state has any minimum maintenance intervals in addition to to the required annual fire service fire and load/no load testing requirements.

I think every 6 to 8 weeks is a good mailing interval for at least a 6 month period.  

Marc,  Our lease states we cans show the property during the notice interval, and access by the landlord is authorized for showings and inspections.The first step is to visit the property to "preview" it for the marketing, and you can note any big issues that may delay occupancy, and even stress to the residents what they could be docked for.I always tell the residents to protect their valuables because its hard to track other people's children during showings, and the more they cooperate and the faster the house leases, the less time they have to tolerate showings.I've had perfect houses occupied the next day.I've had disasters that need  six weeks to prepare.With this effort and a mid-lease maintenance inspection, there are fewer surprises.