I would love to even hear what current landlords are using in there homes now that is cost-efficient while being high quilty and appealing.

Its not rental friendly and is already more expensive to install and will be replaced at higher frequency (not cost efficient).

I think what is more important is focusing your time and energy to put yourself in a position where a crash won't affect you.

In 2016 we were the winners of the Green Energy award from Branson. 4 time Cert. of Excellence from TripAdvisor and have made significant enhancements to the rooms (50" LED televisions - pillow top mattresses - new drywall - etc.) 

Hello BP Community -
I'm working on finding solutions for my tenants to pay rent without me collecting in person. 
My first thought is to use a property management software for online payments - any suggestions for ...

I wouldn't recommend trying to GC it yourself due to potential liability and reduced efficiency of building. 

Sorry for my ignorance, we're really new at this and are trying to do this in the most efficient and cost saving way possible.

I purchased a home last year for 270, the home appraised for 349, since, property values have continued to go up, i have fenced the entire property (2.67) acres, i have added a high efficiency heat pump/AC, pulled out old carpet, added LVP, and re painted the entire inside of the home.

I personally would never use an A/C in San Pedro (rather open windows than pay for energy costs), and I know that my opinion is biased, so I’d like to know your opinions...should I get the A/C system anyway?

@Tom Doherty I had an oil furnace replaced with a high efficiency gas furnace direct vented and new return run for $2,600.