For example:General-Filters (furnace, air conditioning, oven exhaust, refrigerator, and water)-Stove burner when the “eye” needs simple replacement-Batteries and remotes that service the premises-Fan and light pull strings-Smoke and carbon alarms testing and batteries-Ensuring appliances are properly plugged in, hooked up, and used-Removing dirt, debris, and lint in and from connection pipes (e.g. clothes dryer)-Tighten loose screws on all home functions (e.g. doors, hinges, handles, socket -Balancing off-balance appliances-Cable, internet, and phone jacks-Fire extinguishers-Systems operation (e.g. security, irrigation, HVAC)HVAC-Monthly A/C filter and drain line maintenance Electrical-Reset “tripped” GFI breakers-Light bulbs (throughout and at the end of the tenancy)-Blown fuses-Reset breakers in the outside and inside breaker boxes-Socket and plug outlet coversPlumbing-Unclog drains or toilets-Caulking around tubs and showers as needed-Gas pilot lighting-Leaky faucets and shower heads-Toilet flappers, handles, seats and seat lids, tank lid, and flush kit-Sink and tub stoppers-If septic tank present, use RID-X as directed on consumer box-Proper cleaning of garbage disposal-Loose faucets and sprayer heads and hoses-Faucet filters (i.e. aerator)-Open exterior plumbing clean out when necessary (e.g. sewage backup)Exterior-Routine lawn (and pool) maintenance-Adjusting sprinkler heads as necessary-On the last month of tenancy, tenant must perform required lawn maintenance no sooner than 2 days prior to vacate dateThere’s a lot to consider as a landlord.

@Joey Andres  The only thing I would add is on the notice letter I have two check boxes and a signature line.

I'm finding some listings on a popular realtor mls listing site (not sure if I'm allowed to say which one here)  that have a box on the listing which states "Assumable Mortgage" and has a "learn how" button, when I click on the button it says: "This home has an assumable mortgage"  and it lists the current average interest interest rate for April 2024 (7.00) for a new loan vs.  

I like to schedule a personal meeting, if at all possible, and bring a box of premium doughnts to thank people for their time.

It's relatively outdated as it's a '97 house and apparently code has evolved in the past 25 years.For one, it claims the Electrical Panel breaker box cannot be in the master bedroom closet (which is where it's located) nowadays and there's no outside shut off valve.

Look at properties that have been listed the longest that fit your buy box.  

You might get lucky.I'm dealing with my own issues right now as I have a 5 plex that is not nob and tube but is screw in fuses and the insurance company (auto owners) threw a fit and demand the fuse boxes all be replaced with breakers or they will drop me.I'm right down to the wire and they have issued a do not renew order until fixed because it has taken 7 months to get all the paperwork and consumers on board with the update.I have a really good electrician coming in two weeks now that he finally has his permits, parts and pieces, electrical company ready for the work to be done.The electrician warned that he was only doing this because he was friends with my PM.

Depending on the demographics of the area, I've found that Home Depot/Lowes is fine for just about anything going in a regular rental.One must consider return on investment and buying fancy custom cabinets won't yield much if any more rent that box store shaker cabinets, especially in a duplex.Get some decent cabinets and a good countertop and you should be good to go.

From there you'll be able to start eliminating what does and doesn't work for you and that will help to shape your buy box. 

If you chat with them and figure out what deals are generally eligible for them, then you can target your buy box.