Here's a very small pros and cons list I've made for the area:Pros:Potential for Appreciation: Rapid growth and development can lead to property value increases.Stable Rental Demand: Proximity to Raleigh and economic opportunities ensure a steady stream of potential renters.Desirable Location: Good schools, amenities, and quality of life attract families and professionals.Cons:Market Competition: Increased demand can lead to higher property prices and competition among buyers.Out-of-State Management: Managing a property remotely can be challenging without a trustworthy local team.Economic Dependence: The area’s growth is closely tied to the economic health of Raleigh and the Research Triangle.

I want new vanity, tub/shower combo, tile flooring, new mirror etc.Ask for project list, cost, and scope on previous jobs.

Unlike a hot tub, I have to invest little upfront but can say my properties have unique amenities. 

Anyone ever consider advertising rental discounts to First Responders, health care workers and/teachers?

Thousands of STVR owners have pools and hot tubs with no financial loss via lawsuits.

A/C, hot tubs, leaks, appliances, etc.?   

if you were worried about them trying to take money from you, then you should have been smart and put a meter on their water pump after you told them to flush it out or whatever so that you can gauge how much extra you cost them and then take that off the rent and then there's no discrepancies. it was completely due to your negligence that caused them an inconvenience and a health hazard. not sure we're all these other landlords get off assuming these are just cash grabbing freeloaders when they didn't do anything except do their part and move into a place and pay rent.so you can benefit from them doing so.

Aloha Dirk,  Like in most places,  Hawaii has a mix bag of contractors from really good reasonably  priced ones to dirt cheap shady ones that do shoddy work that could lead to fire (bad electrical work) or health issues (mold) for tenants.

Have a really nice and memorable feature for guests to distract them from other things (huge tv, fire pit, hot tub, PS4) 7.

I would do a shower with glass rather than tub