If you go to a general HVAC company, you will pay extra.

She knew she would be working around those 2 trades people.I am at the point that I am more than willing to let the house sit for a week or two extra to be able to hire out the work and do not plan on giving out move in dates in the future unless the property is VACANT! 

You have extra land to expand unless its wetland or hilly.4. 

Additionally, flood insurance is commonly available and ensures that for an extra few hundred bucks a year, you're covered both for damage and loss of use (i.e. missed rents). 

I'm guessing when a lender is involved extra steps are taken to insure that their investment is protected.

If you are concerned about this purchase an extra unit and have it ready to go, don't install it until the old one breathes it's last breath.

The reality is the opposite - if it's not in writing then the PMC doesn't have to provide the service or can charge extra for it.We have a 12 page management contract that we've added our real experiences to over the years, with the intent of protecting both us AND the landlord.

Also read the tenancy laws in BC and be familiar with the costs of buying in BC as there are extra costs (eg land transfer tax) that can be expensive. 

The reality is the opposite - if it's not in writing then the PMC doesn't have to provide the service or can charge extra for it.We have a 12 page management contract that we've added our real experiences to over the years, with the intent of protecting both us AND the landlord.

For the last part about what to pay the owner of the property, either 50/50 like mentioned or pay them the actual market rent, like you are renting it and then subleasing it for the extra profit.