Go gas or electric if you can.

We have stared the project about a month ago, completely new interior including adding new HVAC all new electrical, flooring, cabinets, tops and so on along with new driveway exterior paint and some siding.ere are some progress pictures.News, we are closing on a house and have a duplex under con .

I'm a flight test engineer by day, currently stationed at Eglin Air Force Base, FL (just across the bay from Destin). 

We have stared the project about a month ago, completely new interior including adding new HVAC all new electrical, flooring, cabinets, tops and so on along with new driveway exterior paint and some siding.My contractor is also an investor, so we were lucky there, good insight to share and also, he has lots of leads for renters.But he is NOT a good photographer LOL. here are some progress pictures .Also, I will like to share that we are closing on one more single-family property early next week and we have a duplex under contract.

My situation the house was built in 1963 so the electrical panel was in a closet.

Bitter cold temps can affect the performance of "electrical" based locks. 

That saves you $ on electricity and lowers the fire risk. 

Whether it is the trained and licensed professional in real estate, inspection services, septic, plumbing, electrical, HVAC, etc..... we need them so organize them in your target area and jump in...  

You also become responsible for making sure your tenant has a livable space - keeping all the major systems up and going - so hot water heater, AC, the roof, electric, plumbing, etc.  

From groceries to your electric bill - on ANYTHING you can.