Im trying to fine tune my process to be more future oriented and not outdated. 

There is wood trim, the big chunky beautiful style original to the property.

Obviously, you want to live with people you get along with, and who have a similar living style to your own--so, think carefully about whether the property will attract this type of tenant.

I'd go with an old style system.  

Nowadays, you need to have at least a modicum of style.

FHA inspection, in my experience, will primarily look at safety oriented things, including chipping paint, exposed woods, hand railings, properly fitted windows, etc. 

Some people like the custodial style and some people like the speed and ease of checkbook control.   

Above ground could be a prefab swim spa style, or a liner system with a raised deck and strucure etc.

Always stay solution oriented!

I know there has been some recent lower end apartment complexes in the area that have been bought and refaced which has helped change the look of the area but there is many duplex style homes scattered on Century 21st Dr along with Ivey Rd that increase foot traffic in the area.