Hopefully, they will be able to afford it, and all will be well, and they won't touch anything else (they had sprayed everything with glyphosate, and even severely trimmed back the 2 huge live oak trees in the front yard).

Have it assessed and fixed/replaced- Trim Tree Limbs---- Some tree limbs are touching the roof---- Some tree limbs are hanging and seem dangerous- Paint eves of house where paint is peeling- Clean gutters- Fix poorly attached handrail- Fix/replace windows to be functional and not have a hole through it- Have structural engineer come out an assess the structures---- The floors are unlevel in the duplex and is slightly concerning. ---- House inspector believes house has settled over the last 60 years, but would like to see a professional give an assessment Thanks,Nicholas 

Then I hone in my estimate by searching live listings so I could view photos and compare like style properties and renovation trim so I can get an apples to apples comparison based on neighborhood and property type.

We have looked in various brands and methods for removing some heavy varnish off of trims throughout the house, door trims. 

Brick exterior with a small off street parking pad.2 units rent at 425 while one rents at 475 and last at 450.It seems like a no-brainer to me but I just want a sanity check.Offer of 103kRent=1775Expenses= Water at $115/month, Trash @ $20/month, mowing/snow/ trimming @~$50/monthMortgage ~450/monthTaxes at $2000/yearInsurance at $2500 / year ( I need to shop this rate)I do not have my spreadsheet here at work but I ma looking at about 30% ROI with 25% down with limited exposure to the usual big ticket items like roof or HVAC.

Good lighting, trees and bushes trimmed back, etc.

I pay 20.00 and the guy cuts my grass and the lot next door. this really helped when the appraiser came out and the neighbors appreciate it to and watch out for my property even more. the first thing I do now clear and trim the lot instant value.MississippiIm originally from MS and was able to purchase my 3rd property last week.

; baseboard; windows; trim - I’d look up to him for general guidance and to answer even my questions.Electrician – run wiring for recess lights; Plumber – some work to move water pipes; remove and reinstall hot water radiator pipes ; replace toilet, setup Vanity.PainterSomeone for insulation, DemolitionWhat are your thoughts about Type of contract - I should do only fixed price contract with them for scope of work – right?

White trim looks crisp but there is so little of it I don't have to constantly clean it. 

I have developed different preferences in colors, trims, etc over time and that's something that comes with experience I believe.