A hot water heater might have a 6 or 12 year warranty, but you can expect it to last double the warranty.

Because when that person does work for you, they will come there to buy the supplies, plumbing, or water heater etc. 

In other words - a water heater or a dishwasher for the two properties won't vary nearly as much in cost.

NEW TENANT GIFTSHere's what we give new tenants.....Cleaning Bucket with Cleaning Supplies:white vinegar, baking soda, awesome degreaser, disinfectant wipes, carpet spot cleaner, magic eraser, all purpose cleaner, scrub sponge.Tote Bag with Useful Items and Tools:hand soap, paper towels, plastic garbage bags, toilet paper, toilet plunger, Zip-It (strip for clearing hair clogs from drains), plastic clothes hangers (6), shower curtain liner (good quality cloth one), laundry detergent, dish soap/dish detergent, cutting board, "Freeze the Grease, Save the Drain" kit, “Recycle” bag for collecting materials for recyling, magnet with our name and contact information, picture hangers.Refreshments In the Fridge (for move-in day): several bottles of water, healthy snacks, bottle of sparking cider with a welcome note attached.Larger items: Welcome mat, shoe tray.

When purchasing, things that will amplify rates are roofs that have less than 10 years life, old water heaters, flood zones etc.

Middle of city, shovel ready with electric/water/sewer/roads/entrances, etc. 

Number of Major Employers (To try and understand if the local economy is resistant to losing a big employer, or if that would crush the economy)8.

Tough, water tight, easy to stack...Seems like an ideal way to create a neat place.

We have installed a permitted tiny house on the land, water meter. electric meter (that can accommodate a large house), and a 5 bedroom septic.

You can strike Gold or be dead in the water.