But it would be nice to have an option to uncheck that box this time around since they're already in place.

Based on this some elements of my REI strategy are going to need to be adapted!

The way I see it, I have 2 options: 1) inform her of her responsibility to turn on the heat or be liable for any damages caused by the cold weather or 2) turn on the heat myself.

Showdigs is another great option for landlords in your situation.

I work with investors out of the country and have a few contacts I can connect with you on funding options. 

DM if is you want to talk other options.

I’m a new investor based in Kingston, NY, with a focus on the Hudson Valley and Catskills regions.

We are budget conscious and don't want to spend much on the interior by going with a general contractors(that will be the last option).

The advice I would give as a lender are these few options if you both are on mortgage.

On the RE side - I own/developed 2,000 residential units across the United States focusing on opportunistic residential acquisitions and development, including student housing conversions and luxury multifamily development.On the startup side - it is a third-party guarantor platform that expands your renter pool, increases rents and occupancy, and ultimately boosts your NOI while broadening affordable housing options for renters.