My wife and I make good money and have significant (for the average 30-something) assets, so I am thinking this is a no-brainer, but perhaps I am missing something?

I have heard this is a no no, and that lot rents should only buy in the NOI.

Two we figured out ourselves: 1) Paying $10,000 more for the house in exchange for $10,000 in closing costs was a no-brainer.

Those would be a no-no if you finance 3 or fewer.

Having a good brand over a no grand is a benefit no matter how you slice it. 

So it is looking like a no go, unless I make friends with one..hahaThere are really only 3 difficult things after the shell is up: Electrical wiring, Plumbing, and HVAC. 

Even a no-brainer at 40% LTV?

This may seems like a no brainer, the reason I'm asking is we also have options like PPC for our website and/or facebook ads.2.

I would think that a 2nd kitchen would be a No Go in Denver for the U-SU zoning.

I think your wise to install a new roof, you can take the cost off your taxes and it will only add value to selling price, and it gives the buyer the peace of mind that they won't have to worry about a huge ticket item and shows your maintaining the property..Water  heater,, is a no brainier..