Even if they play hard ball, from your numbers above, you'd make about a 30% return on the improvements- that's not bad when coupled with good cash flow. 

Use that as a template and improve as needed:)https://www.biggerpockets.com/...

It can only be deducted if used on the same subject property for capital improvements, which you say you don't plan. 

I can sum up my experience by saying, you get what you put in.Coaches help you devise action plans, improve on your weaknesses and establish accountability measures.

I like to listen to others' stories (good/bad/ugly) and learn ways to improve whether it's from their mistakes or our own mistakes.  

When you sell, you subtract your basis in the property (the original cost and any improvements), and the remaining amount is a capital gain.

Since I-77 was improved two years ago, the commute to Charlotte is easy and convenient. 

I can then buy 2-3 rentals, in that same market - maybe spend $100k on 2 rentals, $1200 NOI and have $80k cash for home improvements, or spend it all on investment properties.I've got about $80k in student loans and I'm not required to be making payments until April 2023.

Something general like we plan on making some improvements or taking care of maintenance issue etc.

A good tenant is someone who:Has stable employment in a market segment that is very likely to be stable or improve over timeHas a credit history with which you can evaluate the likelihood that they will performPays all the rent on scheduleTakes care of the propertyDoes not cause problems with neighborsDoes not engage in illegal activities while on the propertyStays for many yearsGood tenants are the exception, not the norm.