The ones with thin plastic slats can be cheaper, but they don't last as long.

I think, with Montana's favorable climate, hemp will dominate, and produce raw material for goods ranging from plastic, paper, fabrics, composite lumber products, and much more, all made from hemp.

(n) All trash must be in tied plastic bags and placed in the proper receptacles.

They likely provide it to credit card companies in exchange for a piece of plastic. 

I have to price Fri/Sat nights 25% higher than other nights. 

I have one in the NJ area events for every FRI at noon EST if you want to hop in one day.

If they are not plastic, they are the same age. 

If its raining you need to put tarps or plastic around/on everything. 

Many other sources list CO in the top 5 LL friendly states, including the #2 and #3 results in my google search which place CO as #3: http://www.rentersinsurance.com/2012/03/8-states-w... and #5: https://www.mashvisor.com/blog/5-most-landlord-fri... respectively. 

Quote from @TJ Fries: While doing some research, I came across a concept for flipping houses called the Option to Buy, which I assume you're familiar with.