You may not be able to break the contract this year but would recommend getting additional estimates going forward if you feel it is expensive.

Incorporating a washer-dryer hookup in the main house could be advantageous.This addition not only increases the convenience for potential renters but also adds value to the property itself.

Most likely a "discount listing" Owner pays realtor a small amount upfront to add it to the MLS.

This plan also offers many integrations (at an additional cost) depending on what your needs may be.

This doesn't replace the need for a MSA that will capture additional clauses needed on a Contractor-SubContractor relationship, this is just a project specific form you would use in addition to the MSA (prepared by your Attorney):This template is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice.

Additionally, the Villages are close by and with an aging population it attracts a lot of healthcare field workers.Now, with a lot of rental properties you may run into slightly longer vacancy periods if you have a unit turn at the same time as others, but generally speaking renter demand is solid. 

Quote from @Drew Sygit:My apologies w/my earlier post (below), I was on my phone and not laptop so it wasn't tagging.I will if I may add some additional thoughts...1) The appraisals I've seen in these markets are no where near Zillow estimates. 

Good Lord, given what he’s accomplished with his challenges (not just Quest, but also being a very good man), what in the heck is our excuse for doing less?

Having $500k is a big accomplishment.

Additionally house tenants bring more of their own appliance, like refrigerator, washer and dryer; which means tenants are responsible for repair and replacement of their own appliances.