Throughout this project, we learned the importance of prioritizing renovations that align with buyer expectations in the area.

That isn't what you should expect from a single $150k investment in a turnkey single family or duplex.

Like you said with fixed you know exactly what to expect and right not fixed rate HELOCs are typically lower than Variable rate HELOCs. 

I expect that to come down.3. 

I also would 100% expect an invoice for the microwave. 

@Karen Seguin, it all depends on what you are trying to convey to your tenants.At minimum, any welcome letter should provide updated contact info for maintenance requests and mailing address for rent payments, and if the legal notice address is different than lease, include that.This can also be a good way to politely remind people of any general rules that you expect them to adhere to.  

But the flip-side is they might have higher expectations of you in terms of responsiveness and maintenance, etc.

I also have about $20,000 in student loan debt, though I expect it to be paid off by the time I move.

Here is a map showing the solar efficiency/capabilities you can expect across the US.

I just put two long-term rental properties on the market that we rehabbed in desirable area of West End Boise and demand is a little lower than expected.