I think the cost of a preventative maintenance check is reasonable.Maintenance:  If you don't already, get your HVAC on a semi-annual maintenance program. 

I have a tenant on semi-monthly.  

I think you have to bounce it against your goals do you want to ... a) be a semi-custom home developer, catering to the tastes, whims, etc. of your clients; or, b) rehab houses on time/budget.I know some other folks nearby do a blend of this where there are limited options for upgrades, changes.

Hey everyone,I wanted to introduce myself since I plan to spend a lot of time here.My name is Brad and I live and invest in Columbus, OH. I purchased my first flip house (condo) at the age of 20 and built from there, ...

residential is way more simpler, cheaper, and quicker. its like selling a ford pickup as opposed to a semi truck. 

Not sure where you are located, but you should be able to find some semi close. 

Rahul, I didn't mention Taiwan semi-conductor.

you get a brand new semi custom home for the same price as a 80 year old remolded bungalow. 

Relocating there in semi near future.

We expect to see a return to semi-normalcy starting around 2025, barring anything which would kill the builders again.Regardless of residential property values, the demand for rentals is strong and will likely continue strong, even (especially) if the economy takes a hit.