I removed the chimney entirely and installed a full HVAC system, making it the only house on the block with modern heating and cooling.

Quote from @Frank Barletta: It is more cost-effective and practical to install a large-size TV and get the Nintendo, Super Nintendo, and Sega Mini consoles.It comes with games preloaded, legal, and each to swap in case something breaks. 

Roof white owned all hispanic.. hvac white owned white workers. dry wall  white owned all hispanic  insulation white owned all hispanic.. flat work hispanic owned all  hispanic workers,  floors and tile  Eastern block owned Eastern block workers speak no english do incredible work.

I'm a fan of gated yards and higher-end security doors and will install chain link and even some wood privacy fencing if I think the house/area warrants it.  

The other unit that turned out to be one bedroom is still vacant and now needs significant repairs and I barely see any revenue because of all of the ongoing repairs that are needed (eg the kitchen tile has come apart).

@Zach HowardAll 1800-2400sf, 3-5bd, 2-7 year old (when I bought them), stucco sided, tile roofed, SFR without lawns. 

Looking at ideas on how to structure the deal to the landowner  to get the land aquired and infrastructure installed.

I worked with developers and contractors for many years and the best way I saw this type of situation proceed was for the individual to partner with a mass homebuilder - depends on how big the property is - and also partner with a GC to install the infrastructure to the specs of the homebuilder.

No, you can jet and cut even with clay tiles as long as your plumber knows what s/he's doing.

My updated expected monthly rental income will be $2,800, resulting in a cash flow of $795 per month (excluding my share of the split utilities).I plan to set aside at least 80% of my cash flow for property-related expenses.Additionally, I’ll be installing keypads and security cameras for enhanced safety and operational efficiency.