As far as your goal for Orlando…the landscape is very diverse leading to a lot of different strategies with investments….there’s opportunity with diligence. 

That is true for W2 or DIY.Plus, the tax advantages in RE are now-not when you reach a magical age that may be decades away, so the present value of money comes in to play.I look at the financial landscape of the US, I only see higher taxes coming, and I don’t want to defer taxes until then 🙂.

I'm setting a budget on a flip in the Valley currently that's going to run $35.70/sf for a full gut and landscaping - now whether that means we have a gazebo with hot tub and a sauna room out back afterwards depends on how well I work my budget.  

This home offers a New Roof, New Electrical, Newer Windows, New Oven/Range, New Refrigerator, New Kitchen all around, New Bathrooms, New Doors, Fresh Coat and Professionally Painted Interior, New Hardwood and Carpet Floor throughout, New Landscaping, Newer Everything including lights, fixtures, cabinets, handrails, toilets, tubs, sinks, doorknobs, bulbs, trim, and more!

After purchasing, we have added roughly $40,000 of furnishings thus far, and later this year we will add another $15,000 worth of improvements to the land itself including grading, landscaping, and an area for a hot tub and fire pit.

Pool contractor, house contractor, and landscape contractor.

For example, you can still utilize that area as open space/landscaping, just cannot have a permanent structure on it. 

Low maintenance landscaping.  

Another thing to consider is a landscaping/mowing. 

Here are a few ideas for upgrades that could modernize your rental property and potentially increase its rental value:Update the kitchen: Upgrade old appliances, replace countertops, and add a tile backsplash.Install modern lighting fixtures: Replace old, outdated lighting fixtures with newer, more modern options.Add a fresh coat of paint: Choose a neutral, modern color that will appeal to potential renters.Upgrade the bathroom: Install new fixtures, replace old tiling, and add a new vanity.Update the flooring: Replace old, stained carpet with wood or vinyl flooring.Install smart home features: Add features like a smart thermostat or smart lighting to appeal to tech-savvy renters.Improve curb appeal: Add new landscaping, repaint the exterior, or add outdoor lighting to make the property look more attractive from the outside.Remember to keep your target renter in mind when making upgrades, and make sure the cost of the upgrades will provide a reasonable return on investment