If you sheetrock & insulate the ceiling and add appropriate recessed lighting, it adds a sense of completion that is currently lacking.

__________________________________This photo teaches us that sometimes you just gotta light a dudes car on fire if he crosses you.

For example, our kids can still turn out crazy or end up in jail, but upper middle and high income people are not generally worried about lights or water getting turned off in combination.

You also know she's smoking in the unit (doesn't matter if it's a legal substance or not; smoking shouldn't be allowed indoors). 

In the words of the immortal Biggy Smalls, "even your moms will set that *ss up properly gassed up, hoodied and masked up, for the fast buck, she'll be laying in the bushes to light that *ss up"

Keep in mind we do not have known cost amounts for these repair items, and can just make estimates, and hope no other costly issues are uncovered after attacking some of the repairs.My question is, with our next interaction with the selling agent, should we:A) Ask for the major repairs be metB) Ask for a decrease in agreed upon price (without great idea of what the repairs will cost)C) A combination of both; settle with some repairs met, and a decrease in priceOur entire list is below: (keep in mind that I am not sure if all of these things need direct attention to get the unit rent-able, or if some items can be overlooked for now and deal with later as they become more of a problem)Repair List:Items that need attention before renting unit:Big Ticket Items:Install furnaceInstall all new appliancesInstall water heaterExterior electric power supply is damaged, needs repairInstall guttersNo termite treatmentNo gas meter, install newAttic decking has moisture damage, needs repairSmaller Repair Items:Install electric panel faceplate and secure exposed wiresTwo prong outlets (could not test), swap out, install GFCI where neededTrim tree limbs in contact with power linesMissing light cover under front entranceRepair kitchen windowsRepair kitchen sink leakRepair utility room leakInsulate atticSeal gaps in living room doorLoose bathroom faucetAdjust shower water pressurePatchwork performed in multiple rooms, walls are plaster on wood lathe- which I have been told can have asbestos issues once opened upDeferred Cost Items:Large tree removalTorn and missing roof shinglesSeal plumbing boots on roofRaised soffit under car portSecure electrical lines in attic, they run over attic stringers, not through them (necessary?)

I was running the numbers on a light fix up and selling as a 2/1 and it looked like I'd get around $430k but I'd spend $10-15k in repairs, hold for 2-5 months and pay agents.

I've seen too much stained marble and light colored granite. 

Just a few things I did to help me save (and they added up):- Cut out the cable and use wifi/Netflix - Make coffee at home - Stop eating out, only making it a special occasion here and there- Stop buying unnecessary clothes - Switched from a 35$ a month gym to a $10 a month gym- Cut out "snacks" when grocery shopping- Quit smoking cigarettes - Be mindful of utilities, shut off lights at night, don't leave them on- And most importantly, stay busy.

And if they are a minor handy person that doesn't bother me with things like a loose doorknob or clogged toilet or burned out light bulb, then they just might be a keeper.