Joshing you about Lexington...beautiful controlled city with decor that is very conservative unlike other areas and lots of brick.  

You mean, that I can decorate houses and make money with it, but don't have to have anyone else tell me what they want?'

It was a forclosure and needed a little work...did the big stuff the first month then  I rented out rooms like roommate situation (but didn't live there but could come and go) for the first 8 months to complete the minor renovations and decorating etc.  

Or, if buyer chooses to assume solar lease, seller will provide decorative allowance for home upgrades.

You did an incredible job decorating that! 

My wife enjoys decorating the house for the seasons.She listens to me talk about commercial real estate investments and development and is interested but likes doing her own stuff.There are teams out there that both love real estate and other partners who find joy and currency in many other different things.I celebrate the differences as it is another unique angle in life to experience and enjoy.The big question is if your girlfriend is okay with having 3 tenants living next door to her?

You could also just paint over them and put something decorative inside as a quick fix if you decide not to fix them. 

It has gas heat, the Fireplace is now "Decorative".

It's a definitely an overwhelming process - picking the right furnitures, decorating the space, stuffing the house, etc.

Pick nice colors for the pillows, rugs, bedspreads, decor items and art work so that the room is not boring.