I figured easily over 100k just to make it habitable...but how much over?

I just want to travel and enjoy life.  2 more years or less is the goal.So what is your end game? 

Make sure the tenant changes the filter often.Landlord vs Tenant ResponsibilitiesYou're onlyresponsibility is to provide a safe, habitable property that is up to codeSmoke detectors,heat, appliances, plumbing are things you are responsible for If a tenant breaks something like a window, hire someone to fix it and charge the tenant Tenants responsibility to report problems or they will have to pay for itAnnual Preventative MaintenanceSpot problems beforethey become an issueGive the followinglist to a handyman once a year (interior): Change furnace filters Vacuum dust from fridge coils Replace smoke detector batteries Check carbon monoxide detector is working Sweep fireplace Ensure lint from the dryer vent has a clear path to outside Flush water heater Check the expiration date on fire extinguisher Repair broken caulk or grout in the bathroom Tighten any handles, knobs, racks etc.

.- will you be traveling to that area?

The places I have interviewed so far want a $100 travel charge!

Apparently some people get their housing costs covered by a stipend on travel and can spend a little more to avoid a hotel and this might be workable if you're in the right location.

We see lots of people from California get arrested traveling through my state for drug trafficking.

We are residents of Florida but are digital nomads traveling full time across the country.

Every things is up in the air at the moment with the virus situation , but once life and air travel gets back to normal, we will be heading over.In the mean time, stay safe every one. 

The reason I let it slide into January was because they have had a habit of paying late but eventually did pay including late fees in the past.