Plus, this is a great tenant and I want to keep them happy.Some context:My property manager does inspections twice a year and provides air filters.The HVAC system is from 2018 (central air/heat pump).I’m thinking maybe one visit from a handyman to flush the drain and clean the coils, and one visit from a professional HVAC company for a full checkup.Curious what others would do in this situation.

You should consider your time commitment in the Air Force and determine if you'll have the time to manage the property yourself (I don't know the answer to that). 

It can also be a combination of factors, like issue always being there, but not as noticeable with colder AC air.

@Joel Morin, there is likely a bit of electric use since forced air heat blows air around.

I am within 15 minutes of two large Air Force bases.

A gas powered forced air unit will consume something like 100kWh per month, at $0.20 that is $20 bucks a month duing heating season.

Hi everyone, I'm a 32-year-old male who has been in the Air Force for the last 13 years and have been listening to bigger pockets for the last 7 years now.

Quote from @Cody Jordan: Hello!

I spent most of my career in the Air Force (cue the jokes about hotels and golf courses), then crossed over to the Space Force for the last few years (yes, we exist… and no, I don’t have a lightsaber).I own a few long-term rentals now, and I’m exploring whether it makes sense to branch into housing that supports people who genuinely need stable, structured places to live—sober living, assisted living, transitional housing, or veteran-focused housing.I’ll be upfront: I’m not looking to personally run or staff these homes.

Mine is a basic install where air handler is inside the house + condenser is right next to the house.