insulation in ceiling & on walls, heat/A/C unit, electrical & lighting, perhaps need to upgrade the electrical panel in there, replace garage door with something else, new interior walls, drywall, bathroom fixtures, some kitchen appliances, and finishes (paint, tile, etc).2. we have all types of Contractors here, from high end to fly-by-night. 

Ask for Joe at j&r heating and air in Riverdale he will take care of you 

Snow removal, flood insurance, unique heating and cooling costs, vacancy and CapEx are very nuanced by location. 

Go to MeetUp and look up Miami AirBnb Hosts.

The property is not located in Miami Beach (where I know the laws are rather strict), but rather in Silverbluff Estates. 

We will be installing mini-splits for heat and AC in the second unit. 

This means a rental unit that:o Is secure, with doors and windows that can be lockedo Has working plumbing, hot water, heating, and at least one smoke detectoro Has functioning electricity without unsafe wiring or outlets.Your landlord must tell you about any known lead-based paint or hazards.Your landlord must keep any common areas and elevators in clean, usable condition.You have the right to basic privacy in your home.

Looking for outrageous humidity and heat in the summer and frigid cold winters?

heated and cooled increases appraisal, I build a 440 sq ft shop and it did not effect appraisal at all . because it wasn't heated and cooled.

Natural gas provides Heat and Hot Water to all the units.Thanks everyone.