Once the unit is furnished and decorated I think you'll find those exposed pipes won't jump out nearly as much, they're just obvious because it's empty. 

I have always been interested and architecture, decorating, and most importantly, working for myself.

We always stick to these three rules: 1) Pick a finish that can withstand a little punishment. 2) Pick a neutral color (beige, light gray, etc.) that goes with anyone's decor. 3) Use the same paint in every property you own and keep a bucket readily available when it is time to touch things up.

They have helped me to get it decorated, particularly the kids’ room, at Target.

We re-painted everything and then added great decorations and staging throughout.

Crazy as it is, for this area, if you want the highest caliber work, like you would see in "Home Decor" magazine, the price can exceed $500 / square foot.I have a property manager my family has worked with for almost 30 years who has lined up all the tenants, and would handle rent collection and managing the property.

Granite counters, décor electrical, nice flooring, nice ceiling fans, etc.  

No one ever decorates our place!

I always was interested in real estate, decorating and remodeling homes How did you find this deal and how did you negotiate it?

This should be more like $25k a year, and possibly much higher.Cleaning/Decorating $2,000 What is this?