Many women were taken aback by this new group and felt that it was odd to pay almost $20K for the regular group and then be told they need the inner circle for an additional 20K.

Regular smoke detector does not pick up the smoke.  

I have way too many tools/supplies for an apartment and a very high drive German Shepherd.

I don't care what my tenants do in their personal lives and they can have an occasional guest but when the "guest" is staying there on a regular basis, they are no longer just a guest.  

They prevent bedbugs from entering or escaping mattresses.Routine Inspections: Regularly check mattresses, bed frames, and furniture for signs of bedbugs (small black spots, eggs, or live bugs).Furniture Choice: Choose furniture with metal or plastic legs instead of wood, as bedbugs are less likely to infest non-porous surfaces.Bedbug Traps: Place bedbug traps under bedposts and other furniture legs to catch any potential bedbugs before they become a problem.Professional Cleaning: Schedule routine deep cleans between guest stays, and if you ever suspect bedbugs, hire a pest control professional immediately.Clear Guidelines: Educate your cleaning staff on how to spot bedbugs early, and encourage them to report any signs immediately.These steps will help you set up a smooth, well-managed STR that’s ready to generate revenue while maintaining a good relationship with your LTR tenants.

These USPS leases can be a bit different from regular GSA.Check out this list of USPS https://about.usps.com/who/legal/foia/leased-facilities.htm

I've heard of mentees who started cleaning up construction areas on a flip at the end of each work day or picking up supplies at Home Depot and delivering them to the job site.

And the demand is only going to increase incredibly over the next two decades due to demographics and lack of supply and building. 

Your budget should deal with preventative or regular maintenance and emergency repairs.

I got mine at Costco and it has been reliable and has great range.https://www.costco.com/tp-link-deco-axe5300-wi-fi-6e-tri-ban...It goes on sale pretty regularly.