Your husband I'm sure feels it is his responsibility to protect you and the child but if you bring in people into your sanctuary, whom you don't know their dark side, how can he protect the ones he loves.Take it one step at a time before you know it time will fly by and things will fall in place.

Well, it worked, but only because it was already a smoking deal and I was just trying to shake a few more pennies from the cushion - otherwise, I would have walked and had my agent tell them to sell it to the other offer ;)On the plus side, I now know how this particular agency operates, and I will avoid their listings in the future.

Does anyone actually see the open floor plan trend going in the other direction, back towards the mid century era of dark closed off living spaces? 

Hard wired smoke detectors are usually required in remodel too.One caution on adding egress windows is they can become water traps.

Need to re-paint walls, doors and trim.3 Bedroom 2 Bath, 1300 sqftHi Brian,I pay between $2.50 to $4.50 a square depending on the house and what type of paint you want and is there damages or dark colors, smells etc... 

Does it have to be a "smoking deal"?!?

For example:General-Filters (furnace, air conditioning, oven exhaust, refrigerator, and water)-Stove burner when the “eye” needs simple replacement-Batteries and remotes that service the premises-Fan and light pull strings-Smoke and carbon alarms testing and batteries-Ensuring appliances are properly plugged in, hooked up, and used-Removing dirt, debris, and lint in and from connection pipes (e.g. clothes dryer)-Tighten loose screws on all home functions (e.g. doors, hinges, handles, socket -Balancing off-balance appliances-Cable, internet, and phone jacks-Fire extinguishers-Systems operation (e.g. security, irrigation, HVAC)HVAC-Monthly A/C filter and drain line maintenance Electrical-Reset “tripped” GFI breakers-Light bulbs (throughout and at the end of the tenancy)-Blown fuses-Reset breakers in the outside and inside breaker boxes-Socket and plug outlet coversPlumbing-Unclog drains or toilets-Caulking around tubs and showers as needed-Gas pilot lighting-Leaky faucets and shower heads-Toilet flappers, handles, seats and seat lids, tank lid, and flush kit-Sink and tub stoppers-If septic tank present, use RID-X as directed on consumer box-Proper cleaning of garbage disposal-Loose faucets and sprayer heads and hoses-Faucet filters (i.e. aerator)-Open exterior plumbing clean out when necessary (e.g. sewage backup)Exterior-Routine lawn (and pool) maintenance-Adjusting sprinkler heads as necessary-On the last month of tenancy, tenant must perform required lawn maintenance no sooner than 2 days prior to vacate dateThere’s a lot to consider as a landlord.

The microscopic distance of the attic vent, insulation spacing, the smoke detectors not being in sync when 1 rings etc. 

I think he's blowing smoke, but he gave me permission to follow up with him in the future to see if he has decided to sell.Some responses to your various input: I did some heavy duty networking and made a new investor friend who has flipped houses and his day job is kitchen cabinetry.

I would guess that for the most part, bedrooms aren't completely dark with no windows.