There is huge cost leverage in population density: from over 1,000,000 per square mile in a big city to 20,000 in the suburbs or 1500 in a small town, just think about the cost of roads per household. 

Over half of all households have a pet.

. $3000 worth of tile, $5000 worth of cabinets, $4000 worth of appliances.

That means you’ll only be able to immediately depreciate 40% of qualifying property components like appliances or land improvements through a cost segregation study.

While opinions may vary, I rely on data to help drive real estate decisions and planning.Key ConsiderationsEducational Attainment: 77008 boasts higher numbers of residents with bachelor's (12,241) and master's degrees (5,739) compared to 77063.Demographics: 77063 has a higher percentage of foreign-born residents (41.02%) which typically indicates a strong rental market and with 76.86% renter-occupied versus 32.60% in 77008.Economic Factors: Median income in 77008 is $140,609 with a low unemployment rate of 3.37%, whereas 77063 shows lower median income ($51,899), higher unemployment (9.99%), and more families below the poverty level (16.51%), which may indicate economic diversity but also potential rental payment risks​​.Age Distribution: 77008 has more middle-aged residents (35-54) [8970 compared to 6,115] and a slightly higher proportion of young adults (25-34) compared to 77063 but both are popular with younger adults suggesting strong rental markets equally exist.Housing Market: 77008 features a higher percentage of family households (52.39%) and married-couple families (44.77%), suggesting stability and potential for property appreciation.Digital Advertising Demand: Houston Heights apartments (77008): 50,000 average monthly searches.

I pay the water bill.I have a local appliance guy who has whirlpool coin operated machines for $2400 total. 

This question verifies the tenant’s responsibility in managing household expenses.

Have had 2 appliance repair men tell me they are worth the investment.  

All new appliances, no garage, lvp floors + carpet upstairs.

Broken appliances, missing basics like a cork screw, no artwork on the walls and cold, ratty furniture that was clearly second-hand, noisy neighbors, and more.