Being anywhere near salt water makes everything wear out quicker (anything not stainless steel or brass), HVAC systems, etc. 

When the covid pandemic began, most industries came to a screeching halt, resulting in long delays for materials like steel and lumber and skyrocketing costs.

While the property's NOI is identical in B and C, B is a decision that economically rational people would take on, whereas C would not make logical sense (as far as I can tell, but again, no experience).

This upgrades either stainless steel appliances, expanding rooms, adding extras like coin laundry machine or parking.

For the tenant segment we target, stainless steel kitchen appliances and granite countertops are highly desirable.You previously identified a tenant segment with the right characteristics.

Something to consider that may be less expensive and will give you great experience is: Rent arbitrage (check my spelling): Go out and look for an landlord that will be willing to air B and B their rental.

Stainless steel appliances, white shaker cabinets, luxury vinyl plank flooring (if you have to have carpet, only in the bedrooms), and fresh paint.Don't forget the details!

Somedays I listen to 90's big hair bands, and other days I'm an 80's gal.

One was a one man band that I thought was a "boutique" firm.

Can I ask which cities around San Antonio would you consider class B and C?