Here are some practical tips and insights based on my experience managing a real estate fund and working in this field.First, setting realistic expectations.

Not to say that you'd pick crappy materials, but contractors with experience have manufacturers and suppliers that they know guarantee their products and that helps them know they can stand behind their work. 

Would love anyone who has had experience with any of these to give some feedback on pros/cons.

Thank you for sharing your experiences everyone!

Yikes, very different experience than what I've had with the judges in my area.

Your expertise, experience, and intuition in real estate play a crucial role in making a good deal happen.

Maybe they are only six months in and don't have any real experience to speak of.

It seems like the standard worry is that your place could get trashed but lower-income renters, have you/those you know had good experiences?

I echo Jay's advice and experiences. 

Beach and ski market owners already know this, but for all the post-Covid Smokys owners this is the first year they are experience this and they are scared.