Alternatively, you could install energy-efficient fixtures and appliances to help keep utility costs down for both units.

And the lack of issues when using VRBO means you save a LOT of time and money...every little issue sucks your time and energy, and energy/time=money.

Property management is a tough business and thankless at times for the PM company itself.Tenants complaining things aren't fixed quickly enough and landlords complaining things are costing too much to fix lolAnd then you have the constant hiring, firing and babysitting of the maintenance personnel.Reviews and referrals would be your best bet.Read what both landlords and tenants are saying and how the property manager is replying.IMO, any property manager with a 4 star rating or better is doing really well.You will find many decent property managers having between 3-4 stars.Again, it's a tough gig as folks rarely leave a good review when you perform but are super quick on the trigger for $#@% review even for the smallest issues.Wishing you much success 🙏

I renovated the house to have energy efficient windows, doors, and energy source (solar panels).

They are energy efficient and help reduce the monthly heating bills.

They are energy efficient and help reduce the monthly heating bills.

This rental property will be designed with a keen focus on generating a healthy cash flow.Project Blueprint:Budget: Allocated at $200,000, covering construction and all related expenses.Focus: To merge energy efficiency, durability, and tenant comfort with cost-effective construction strategies, making the rentals both affordable and sustainable.Location: Currently scouting – I'm open to suggestions and insights on ideal locations supporting this vision.Strategic Planning:Efficient Design & Planning: I'm considering compact, multi-functional layouts to optimize space usage and incorporate cost-saving construction methods without compromising quality.Sustainability & Efficiency: The plan includes investing in top-notch insulation, air sealing, energy-efficient systems, and sustainable materials to reduce the building's carbon footprint and operational costs.Budget Management & Cost-Saving Initiatives: Careful budgeting and exploring value engineering options are crucial, alongside seeking out grants or incentives for energy-efficient building projects.Community & Sustainability Goals: To create shared amenities to foster a community feel and implement systems encouraging tenants to monitor and reduce their energy consumption.Seeking Community Insights on:Cost-Effective Building Strategies: How can I ensure the project remains within budget while achieving high sustainability and efficiency standards?

Short Term Rentals take a lot of time and energy.

Hey @Dee Bral, you are going to have to play with it to get the hang of it.I don't use it personally, but I did help someone else set it up and it is a bit cryptic.Here is the Getting Started page - https://help.pricelabs.co/portal/en/kb/articles/getting-star...There are more links off that page that should help.

Hint: look for a solar architect, who acts as an adviser and works for you and audits the installer project proposal.Many states/utilities are no longer allowing net metering (kWh for kWh) and use instead all kinds of payback schemes (e.g. if you over-produce, they will gladly take your kWh for 3 cents and graciously allow you to take it back at night for 22cents - end result being, if your system is not properly sized, you will be producing energy for the utility and never recover the costs of the installation).