I updated the electrical, painted everything, and “cleaned the property up nicely” exterior and interior.

Also a good opportunity to learn some DIY maintenance and make some contractor contacts,etc.  

Definitely do homework on making sure you can get a clean title and make sure that the foreclosure was on the first lien.  

Its like the Airbnb that says $20 a night but when you click its $100 cleaning fee. 

Even if it's cleaning rooms, get a feel for the operations.

I want a resort style feel, clean neighborhood, golf carts, and pool a plus .

My tenants are responsible for maintaining a clean property and for any requested pest control services.

I feel like it's a space where great operators can really clean up, since the bar is set really low, in my experience at least.

I can see when they're cleaning the pool, cutting the grass, servicing the HVAC unit outside, etc.

Just be the absolute best host you can be for the first year -- communicate clearly and quickly, make sure cleaning is top-notch, make sure all amenities work (hot tub is hot, TV remotes have batteries, etc. etc.)