For a renter, if they've got bad credit or outstanding bills which a lot of the lower end tenants will have, one util means one deposit....having gas often means paying off an old bill and another deposit...plus that extra surcharge in our market.With propane.....that's the most expensive one of the 3....so I'd switch it to high efficient electric and search online for a scratch and dent supplier.

I have mixed reactions from subs/suppliers though, they need to do the double entry.

I've tried purchasing locally from a supplier, but my online shopping experience is superior.

Loan officers, cpas, contractors, suppliers, etc.).

We have a local supplier who provides a couple of lines of cabinets (made offshore) which have plywood boxes and soft closers at a very reasonable price.  

Got a good price at a local supplier for $1/sqft.

I would also recommend the NAA Suppliers Council Directory.

Maybe try talking to the commercial accounts folks at Dixieline or one of the other local material suppliers?

Even better, own it as Steve mentioned, but if you have those due on sale mortgage issues, a lender won't harp about a sale contract.You may need to look to local custom as well, you may want a durable power of attorney to deal with contractors and suppliers, insurance matters, code requirements and permits.

If an installer is not doing quality work then the supplier will stop selling to them.