@Benjamin SulkaThis one was mostly cosmetic: paint, carpet/floors, light fixtures, trim, landscape clean up, rodent remediation, bathroom vanities in the 1/2 baths, and some of the windows.Rehabbed one unit at the time aside from the windows.

Agree with the others that tenants are responsible for maintaining the lawn and landscaping.

Not sure how many here will be affected by this but it adds to the tougher landscape for STRs in the mountains.

I would network with local investors to gauge their utility bills, pool maintenance, landscaping, cleaning costs...

Still expensive, but it's $3k more in my pocket per year for now.This is just part of the current CA landscape.

They're anticipating the entire landscape being changed by Micron over the next few years, which is cause for plenty of optimism and excitement.

I just wanted see if there was any other options that I wasn't aware of on how to possibly capture this as it will change my financial landscape.

You also are welcome to do your own plumbing, taxes, legal work, electrical work, landscaping, etc. 

Considering the ever-evolving landscape of Short-Term Rental (STR) regulations, What are the best 5 states in your opinion to build a STR portfolio starting today? 

Added some sweat equity to it as well with new paint, landscaping and other projects.