I can understand that some may say to hire someone with workmans comp only, but when hiring a handyman, landscaper, with a $50-$500 job it's just not realistic to expect them to have it.

The landscaping in the front seems to be lacking.

Linolium and carpet works wonders as does landscaping.

A lot of landscaping has been done since those were taken, porch was renovated, railings all painted, etc.

We painted ($1000) and will replace the carpet before the new tenants move in.However, after 100 calls, 3 price reductions and over 30 visitors, no applications yet.The house does not have a basement in a state where most houses have basements.However, it's:1. clean2. similar size to other houses3. great yard4. has 2.5 garage5. no dishwasher6. some landscaping in the front from the previous renters.7. fireplacei am at a loss on why we are having trouble getting applicants to show up.

But I'm hoping good backyard landscaping and fence repair could offset the bad backyard view.

Here's was my Pre-Purchase Checklist when I first started:Upon Contract AcceptanceEnsure Access to Property: * Make Copy of Property Key(s) * Purchase New Lockbox * Place Key(s) in Lockbox and Install at Property (hidden)If Certified Funds are Required for EM: * Get Certified Funds for EM from Bank * Submit Certified Funds to AgentIf Financing the Purchase: * Send Contract to Loan Officer * Provide Loan Officer Property Info * Connect Loan Officer with RE Agent Info * Have Loan Officer Schedule Appraisal * Make sure Loan Officer Knows Anticipated Closing DateDue DiligenceInspections: * Turn On Utilities for Inspection (water, gas, electric) * Schedule Termite Inspection * Schedule Property Inspection * Attend Inspection and Take Notes for “Scope of Work” * Get Final Inspection Report and Review for “Scope of Work” * Get Termite Letter/Pest Inspection ReportContractor Prep: * Create Scope of Work * Create Materials List * Determine Which Contractors Are Needed: * GC * HVAC * Roofer * Electrician * Plumber * Pest/Termite Control * Painter * Landscaper * Carpenter * Schedule GC Walk-Through(s) * Get Contractor QuotesPurchase Decision: * Perform Final Financial Analysis Using Estimates/Quotes * Perform Both Flip and Rental Analysis * Make Go/No-Go Decision on PurchaseUpon Contingency FinalizationFinal Purchase Prep: * Get Closing Date from Lender/Agent * Arrange Landlord Insurance Policy * If Financing, Connect Insurance Agent with Loan Officer * Follow-Up on Appraisal with Lender * Choose a General Contractor * Choose Sub-Contractors (if no GC) * Determine Exit Strategy * Create Rehab Schedule (if no GC) * Create Final BudgetPrior to ClosingFinal Loan and Closing Prep: * Obtain and Review HUD-1 * Obtain and Review GFE (if financing) * Ensure Loan is Ready for Closing (if financing) * Get Certified Funds for Closing * Determine How to Hold Title * Get Partnership Agreement Documents Signed (if partnering)Upon ClosingDay of Closing: * Get Keys * Change Property Tax Records to Home Address * Get GC and Sub Contracts/Docs Signed * Arrange GC and Sub Start Dates

What about landscaping costs, drywall, plumbing fixtures, bathroom vanities, etc?

My team consists of those who provide acquisition opportunities, my contractor/sub team which is my painting crew, framers, flooring installers, masonry guys, landscapers, etc., my RE agent who performs a lot of my upfront due diligence on potential acquisitions and also is teh agent who lists the properties for re-sale on the exit, my escrow company, my title company, my attorney, my project manager (in this case - he is my Brother), and my insurance agent.

August: Electrical, $75 service call.Sept: Exterior stucco repair $250.Oct: Landscape $150.My PM has a $500 limit before he has to call me.