I would consider lawn care included in the rental amount though since Gainesville does have a ton of nature and most nurses don’t have the time to be mowing lawn and keeping up on landscaping. 

This sucks, but if it is not sub metered when you buy it, you have to include it in your numbers.Do you have any landscaping like grass that requires lots of water?

My house is from 1970 and it has had its fair share of issues with foundation, odd past-DIY reno's, overgrowth/poor health of landscape.

Most importantly: Do a twilight photoshoot with some landscape lighting and your property will really stand out.

They were both in good locations, but needed everything from the cedar shake shingles, paint, landscaping and reconfiguring the large medical style office down to size and style of general office layout.  

We're new to BP and getting to know the forum landscape as best as we can. 

If you buy a STR 2-5 hours away, you will have to establish contacts with the following to help make sure your business runs smoothly: cleaner, handyman, plumber, electrician, HVAC, pest control, landscaping, to name a few.

I replace all the windows, added solar PVC, and huge landscaping project What was the outcome?

Small gas station/convenience store site, Contractor site- all these new houses need Plumbers, HVAC, Electricians, landscapers, Near lake- Boat/RV storage subject to zoning. 

Only one of them is still up and running (COVID has change the lending landscape a good bit) -- but it's far from the best-priced option.In terms of creative workarounds, I have an idea for you:If your folks own the property free and clear, they could sell it to you on a private note (owner carry).