One phone call solved the problem--DMZ and spot treatment--along with a squeeze of caulk in the space.Good Luck!

They type of stain determines the best treatment.

I don't see why you would go through the headaches of running it when you are better off having a property that will bring in proper cashflow and wont be a sore for you. 

Also, if you are seeking to become a passive investor and want favorable tax treatment upon the sale, consider becoming LP in an investment that offers Bonus Depreciation. 

You probably want to sync with an Ohio CPA as well to confirm tax treatment advantages.

We upgraded the carpet to vinyl flooring, did a bunch of treatments for the smoke (vinegar, ozone, Killz), repainted the cabinets, and installed some cheap upgrades throughout.

Your understanding of capital gains treatment is incorrect so please talk to your accountant.

COMMISSIONER: Frequent and substantial sales of real property more likely indicate sales in the ordinary course of business, whereas infrequent sales for significant profits are more indicative of real property held as an investmentTips to get capital gain treatment on the sale: A) If you have an actual investment property and you are a dealer: Maintain separate bookDocument intent to hold the property as investment property in Minutes or other documentsReport expense as investment expense on tax returnAlso use separate entities.B) Insubstantial Nature of the Real Estate ActivityThe frequent buying and selling of real estate indicate the taxpayer is engaged in the trade or business of real estate sales.

My pest control guy hands them his card for future treatments they can pay for.

There is a difference between an infestation and there being a few stragglers of an initial treatment of the roaches.