For instance, better quality tenants/less vacancy/less leverage/more leverage/ect.I'm still really in the beginning stages in trying to figure out how I want to go about this.

I have considered offering a similar arrangement for window AC units but doubt it would be worthwhile due to the seasonal nature and added labor cost for installation and removal each year.I think that offering a washer and dryer is a nice amenity and can make a little money in the right situation (either from a laundry fee or as additional rent) but I doubt that the added cost and maintenance of coin operated machines would make it worthwhile in a 2 unit building.

But just didn't know if there was some taboo on lease terms being slightly more/less than a standard 6/12/24 month arrangement.

., it's higher risk).At this stage of the market I see a lot of virtue in choosing a lower leverage (20% down) option, but again that's really a personal choice.

She arranged to have, at no cost to me, a stair lift put in so she no longer had to climb the stairs.Part of your research should include talking to their case worker and finding out if any organizations, fed, state, local charities, etc. that will help with or completely fund the handicap upgrades.The elder rental market is growing and a great niche.

Are there any verbal agreements or arrangements between the current Landlord and Tenant?

Certain tenant-paid utility payment arrangements prohibited; Notice of change in payment arrangement.

Are you in the preliminary stages of real estate investing?  

You're in a learning stage, which is great!

Real estate is not passive income and you should not be advising her at this stage.