It might also have a draw for eco-tourism. 

. - 1.28 gallon toilets, eco-friendly faucets, eco-friendly shower heads, etc.) as a way of helping this rental property consume significantly less water (enough to save me a few hundred bucks each year...

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Ive lived in Thailand the last four years and have an opportunity to purchase a 30 year lease on a brand new fully furnished eco 1 bedroom at a beautiful tropical location that only gets busier each year.

Also, what are some good resources to compare newer tech for potential equipment upgrades etc to get the equipment onsite converted more to cashless payment systems?  

They can reduce utility costs and make the property more attractive to eco-conscious tenants.4.

DD is a 1998 Lexus GS400 Paid cash 3yrs ago I love this car I've seen the same model with over 300k miles and still kicking I might upgrade to 08-12 Cadillac CTS if I find one for under $15k cash

Renovations and upgrades by any means. 

I say this to say my contractor, who we know and love, is interested in renting the basement in exchange for upgrading the basement that way I can rent the basement and upper level to get more cash flow.

Saw a house with a For Sale by Owner sign in a yard with tall grass and after some drama, we have a house.We have dealt with long term rentals for over 15 years, but not aggressively ( keep them rented and do some improvements ).This "old house" needs, updated HVAC, new roof, new kitchen, some broken windows, upgraded electrical, water run off issues...I'm just starting to clear the house out with multiple dumpsters and starting to get quotes.