If the water bill is $100 a month, increase the price by 20% (or whatever you decide is fair) to compensate you for the time required to split and bill and to cover additional use when tenants squander the utility.

We like the "Happy Inspector" which syncs up with Buildium.I'm sure there are other similar type programs that will allow you to take and name photos in a logical format, and highlight any problem areas.When inspecting, we look at exterior (roof, drains, windows, siding, water intrusion around foundation, etc). 

That's how it goes with the Cleveland water department.

Quote from @Ashley Westerfeldt: Hi everyone, we are working on a deal that currently has an underground, salt water pool outside as well as an indoor hot tub.

What are "typical" rental terms in Sac (e.g. does owner or tenant pay utilities, trash, water etc) for your properties?

However that doesn't answer your question, most likely having new furnace/ac/water heater is not going to impact your appraisal as much as you spent. 

Should I meter water individually?

- Water you can't get separate meters for and submetering a 4-plex is too expensive, so no ROI.- Gas can be difficult to split as running new gas pipes may require cutting holes in a lot of walls - that will need patching & painting.

**Mesa's Eastmark area** - Strong school districts driving family demand Property Types in DemandThe most profitable flips currently involve:- 3-4 bedroom single-family homes built between 1970-1990- Properties with pool potential (but without existing pools)- Homes with generous lot sizes that allow for expanding square footage Renovation Trends That SellPhoenix buyers in 2025 are particularly drawn to:- **Energy efficiency upgrades** - With Arizona's extreme temperatures, smart thermostats, improved insulation, and energy-efficient windows offer significant appeal- **Outdoor living spaces** - Covered patios, pergolas, and native landscaping that requires minimal water- **Modern desert aesthetic** - Clean lines, earth tones, and natural materials that connect to the Sonoran landscape- **Flexible spaces** - Home offices or multi-purpose rooms that accommodate remote work Challenges to Navigate Water ConcernsThe ongoing drought situation means water-conscious renovations are no longer just trendy—they're essential.

When I listed concerns of flagrant lease violations, gone unchecked (derelict vehicles, unregistered large breed dogs who are not picked up after, garbage scattered out in the yard, piles of debris; old tires, tv, kitchen sink, broken wheel barrow, all sitting out in plain sight for a month or more), wash machine drain hose running out a window and draining into the lawn.