If no ducts and a lack of availability to install ducts.. mini splits will most likely pencil out to be cheaper. 

We ended up getting the price down to $280,000 ($9,750 less than asking) and further negotiated for the seller to install a brand new HVAC system.How did you add value to the deal?

There are several factors to consider when deciding whether to replace the old mobile home with a newer one or renovate the existing one.If you choose to replace the old home with a newer one, some "gotchas" to be aware of include the cost of purchasing a new used mobile home, transportation and installation costs, permits required for the new home, as well as potential landscaping and foundation work needed to accommodate the new home.

All new flooring installed.

I added value by installing four laundry rooms and kitchens in the existing spaces and separated them to create individual rentals.

I have a tenant who is requesting to childproof the crank windows in the home she's renting from me by installing a product that has to screw into the casing.

I spent $400 having some new rails installed and $125 to service the HVAC, that's it.I now have it rented for $800/month.

All in all, you'll likely get a discount on the property because of the zip code but be prepared for high needy calls and installing some extra safety measures to protect yourself and your guest. 

My accountant was able to have the tax office agree to let me pay it off in monthly installments.

Two things that have caused me to choose to not install a hot tub at our STR:1.