At the time my rate was like 4% and now it’s 10% so agreed with everyone else I wouldn’t do it for long term stuff, but then again I know people who do and it doesn’t seem to bother them so I guess it’s more how comfortable you feel. 

I usually adjust temperature right before a check in to make it comfortable for guest.Love the Honeywell 9000 color touchscreen thermostats.They also allow me to locking a temperature range so the guests can't set temperature to 60 in the summer.

With the funds you listed and property size you should be able to comfortably have 2 even 3 projects going at once (depending on what you're up for), especially after you sell the current house you are renovating.

It also sets a positive tone and builds trust with new tenants, showing them that their living environment is taken seriously and maintained with care.

The business environment remains healthy. 

I always try and let agents get to know me and my company so they are comfortable with our services before even thinking about referring us!

From there likely a short spike due to the market being more reserved as the policy starts to take hold and lenders opting to raise rates a bit to be on the safe side while the policy settles itself in the new economic environment.

It depends on the laws in your state, the agents and clients comfort zone, as well as insurance. 

However, if you decide to install HVAC, it should be based on the comfort and safety of your tenants.

1031 exchange sounds good in theory, but you need to do it in an area and at a time where there is inventory to choose from because once you identify the three properties, you have to close on one of them which is very difficult in a competitive environment.