Look for older development entrances and exits, areas with houses that have been around a while and make sure the message is SIMPLE.

The basement has a seperate entrance, LR, Kichenette, Bedroom (with legal egress window and full bath).

@Oleg k I have never flip before, I am learning to do my first flip this year.Please take it as suggestion instead of criticism.I think@Joel Owens nails it. 1) the curb appeal 2) the flooring from the living room does not flow through with the kitchen. 3) the front entrance stairs & the wire fence really throws away the interest of potential buyer.

The only way I would ever consider such a setup would be if there were separate, segregated entrances for the boarders part of the home and my own part of the home - otherwise, you are going to have a houseful of houseguests, some of whom may be unpleasant, and NY is not an easy state for evictions.

If those extra charges are their handyman charges in addition to material costs, then it makes sense, except the one about meeting the electrician as if it is the manager just allowing entrance for a repair, it is their job to arrange access.   

Put french doors to the porch on the dining room, and change the railings on the porch so that it doesn't look so much like an entrance (maybe just remove those railings altogether?)

I renovated the basement to be a completely separate suite from the downstairs, with its own entrance (washer/dryer, bathroom, and kitchen).

I have a duplex that I am getting ready for rental.Each unit has its own laundry room, each laundry room has its own door, entrance lock, and inside is that unit's own washer, dryer, a utility sink, hot water heater and storage cabinets.Each room is about 66" by 60" and has an old fashion chain pulling light, just a bare bulb.I would like to switch these out but do not feel like doing the work of running a switch to the space by the door so I am thinking of a motion sensor light.But most motion sensor lights are outdoor security lights.

My opinion would be to have a base colour overall and use a complimentary or contrasting colour to highlight trim (adding some trim - Jim might have some ideas on where and what - will definitively give your building more presence.The entrance looks quite flimsy and cheap so could probably do with some beefing up of the supports to become more welcoming.  

Once I don't have a W2 income than I plan on using my cash and leverage because I it will be much more important.Everyone is different but we have lived in many of our properties as it was a great way to get started with lower entrance cost and requirements.