Canton is unique because it has such a diverse class of opportunities.

You don't have to worry about landscaping on a property, etc..

A lot of us will go on podcasts because it's fun, but if your goal is to help get yourself deals, I don't think it's the best use of time in a landscape that is absolutely inundated with RE and REI podcasts.

Exterior of the house- pressure wash- new mailbox- new address numbers- paint trim- paint siding- paint doors- paint security or storm doors- paint shutters- repair concrete around foundation- paint foundation around perimeter of house- new light fixture in front- new light fixture in back- replace all damaged/rotten wood/trim/siding around house- new double sided gate latch- repair fence around yard- replace any missing/broken tension pumps on storm/security doors- clean out storage room- repair and paint inside storage room- replace any missing/torn/damaged window screens- remove all stickers from all windowsMain Interior- paint all walls- paint trim and doors- paint ceilings and closets- install new blinds throughout- install new doorstops throughout- install new doorknobs throughout- replace broken light switch and outlet covers- replace missing/broken light bulbs- install new smoke detectors- install new fire extinguisher- install two new smoke detectors or as required per code- install new fire extinguisherDen- new ceiling fan with light- paint cabinets inside and out- new hardware on cabinetsKitchen- 2 new two-bulb brushed nickel light fixture(s)- paint cabinets inside and out- new hardware on cabinets- replace missing hardware on cabinets- install new countertops- new backsplash at stove opening- new vent-a-hood- remove old dishwasher- caulk sink, floor, counterLaundry Room- 1 new two-bulb brushed nickel light fixture(s)Hall Bathroom- paint cabinets inside and out- new shower head- new shower bar- new toilet seat- caulk toilet, sink, tub, floorMaster Bathroom- 2 new two-bulb brushed nickel light fixture(s)- paint cabinets inside and out- new hardware on cabinets- new shower head- new shower bar- new toilet seat- new toilet paper holder- caulk toilet, sink, tub, floorBedroom 1- 1 new two-bulb brushed nickel light fixture(s)Master Bedroom- new ceiling fan with lightBedroom 2- 1 new two-bulb brushed nickel light fixture(s)Hallway- 1 new two-bulb brushed nickel light fixture(s)Additional Items- rekey all locks- mow yard/landscaping- plumbing repairs as recommended by a licensed plumbing contractor- install new water heater- HVAC repairs as recommended by a licensed HVAC contractor- install new air handler- clean & service existing AC- electrical repairs as recommended by a licensed electrical contractor- install new carpet in: bedrooms- install new vinyl plank flooring in: kitchen;laundry;hallway;den- chemically clean roof- install new dishwasher- cleaning at completion of renovation

.: asking if investing OOS is "worth it" is like asking a room full of hungry first graders what snack they want - you'll get unlimited and diverse responses, and each response will be genuine, well-intentioned, and vehement.

I was going for a walk just outside of my neighborhood when I saw a home that was not being lived in, lights off, snow on the ground, not the best landscaping, etc.

Things you are responsible with an Airbnb, which you likely are not paying as a long term rental: utilities, landscaping, furniture, sheets and towels, toilet paper, paper towels, coffee, soap and shampoo, detergent for laundering your linens, cleaning supplies for cleaner, etc.

I own and operate a landscape/snow removal company so I see it from both ends.

He is way under market, but his unit is super outdated and he does landscaping and is a great tenant.

New exterior paint, gutters, landscaping and carport.