So, splurging on a pool table, hot tub, and a telescope to enjoy the views would yield significant returns.I'd love to hear your thoughts!

Only thing I would add here is to take a birds eye view of the area and try to decide if it will gentrify in your favor so the property appreciates at a higher rate than other areas.

Just love to see how deals are viewed, as I have been told by partners and colleagues of different numbers pertaining to a deals MAO.Interested in picking your brain sometime whenever you are available. 

Congratulations on taking that big step to getting your first deal.

Why should the broker/seller take you seriously?

But…When real estate literally takes less than 2 hours a month for me.

Years people, this will take many MANY years. 

Taking real time notes on deficiencies allows for clear understanding if the items make their way to a buyer repair addendum.

Just $800 today for the dozer totally stepped up the view of this property.  

Here's a decent video teaching you how to take marketing photos.