@DanielFor what it's worth, there was an environmental problem in neighborhood where 2 of my rentals are (old WWII munitions were found buried).

Which model would you recommend for a budget conscious landlord?

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If you both like playing games, play monopoly or Cashflow those games consciously and subconsciously will make her think about real-real estate especially if she is competitive. 

Working from home also has the impact of less stress, as commuting is less and as a result of this, you have environmental benefits from lower vehicle emissions.For college students I think it maybe a bit more difficult as their interactions and relations fostered in college has a significant impact on their future.

Ensuring the property is clean environmentally might be the most important due diligence item; if you purchase a dirty site - REGARDLESS OF RESPONSIBILITY - you automatically assume all liability for said contamination.

Many people invest in the low income areas and in good conscious, you shouldn't assume they are all stupid or haven't figured out something you all have.

I know oil heat is much more common up North than in my neck of the woods, but I'm quite allergic to it when the tanks are underground - to me, these are ticking time bombs with almost unlimited downside potential environmental and regulatory impact).

They understand the quality of work I expect and also understand that I need them to be efficient and cost conscious.

Use the elements of CPTED (Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design).