I'm wondering what lease clauses people are using for like remote-workers wanting their own office, or artists renting an apartment but not living there, or an online shop that just needs space for storage and a computer.

The auto mechanic, who's now getting divorced, wants to rent a place, had ok credit but nothing amazing and in divorce soon to be ex wife did spending spree so credit is tanked, I LOVE that tenant.

I will add we took out a loan to buy the home for 20k along with extra cash to put into our home to make a "home office" out of the attached garage we never used except for storage so we added even more value to our 156k purchase.

Some thoughts - garages or carports, for extra income from tenantsIf you have the ability to add a second driveway, consider trailer / boat / rv storage in an area enclosed by a privacy fence, or even garages to be rented to non-tenants for cars / storage.

Their investments were apartment complexes, self storage, car washes real estate debt funds where you could choose which fund you wanted to invest in. 

Ideally, I'd like to buy a more practical car for managing my rental (something with more storag space) later this year. 

Talk to zoning about possible simple storage structure.  

Hot water heater leaked and flooded downstairs storage area.

For example:General-Filters (furnace, air conditioning, oven exhaust, refrigerator, and water)-Stove burner when the “eye” needs simple replacement-Batteries and remotes that service the premises-Fan and light pull strings-Smoke and carbon alarms testing and batteries-Ensuring appliances are properly plugged in, hooked up, and used-Removing dirt, debris, and lint in and from connection pipes (e.g. clothes dryer)-Tighten loose screws on all home functions (e.g. doors, hinges, handles, socket -Balancing off-balance appliances-Cable, internet, and phone jacks-Fire extinguishers-Systems operation (e.g. security, irrigation, HVAC)HVAC-Monthly A/C filter and drain line maintenance Electrical-Reset “tripped” GFI breakers-Light bulbs (throughout and at the end of the tenancy)-Blown fuses-Reset breakers in the outside and inside breaker boxes-Socket and plug outlet coversPlumbing-Unclog drains or toilets-Caulking around tubs and showers as needed-Gas pilot lighting-Leaky faucets and shower heads-Toilet flappers, handles, seats and seat lids, tank lid, and flush kit-Sink and tub stoppers-If septic tank present, use RID-X as directed on consumer box-Proper cleaning of garbage disposal-Loose faucets and sprayer heads and hoses-Faucet filters (i.e. aerator)-Open exterior plumbing clean out when necessary (e.g. sewage backup)Exterior-Routine lawn (and pool) maintenance-Adjusting sprinkler heads as necessary-On the last month of tenancy, tenant must perform required lawn maintenance no sooner than 2 days prior to vacate dateThere’s a lot to consider as a landlord.

My other thought was to do an outdoor barrel sauna, and/or a stock tank pool for the hotter months.