Tenant needs to do some raking and trimming outside, but that's it.I decided I (probably) won't be moving him out, and will either buy from my house, then move and sell this one.

Landscape cost, especially tree trimming of large trees.While not a comprehensive list, by controlling cost you can do better than the average of expense to income ratios for your area.

Regarding paint, it really makes a rental feel more like a "home" when you spend a little extra effort to paint the ceilings white, the walls an off-white, and the trim with a high gloss matching off-white.

What this kitchen really needs is new trim around the window".

I had asked about replacing the door trim, the handyman said no.

If you do it correctly, you don't even need to sand it.On another note, I also do the same with the all the hardwood trims.

Who will mow the grass & trim the weeds - shovel the snow (if relevant) - take tenant's calls?

What do you think would be 'best' for our economy and for Roy, risking losing them all OR trimming the fat to benefit his portfolio.

In order to really bring the room together you will need to take a paint swatch or chip to the carpet dealer to choose the carpet color that really sets off the walls and base board trim.

As long as the yard looks nice (trimmed) and clean there is no need to spend extra money on these type of things when you are going to sell.If the house is old and is wood - adding siding can make it look tremendously better and raise the value significantly.Do you have any ideas that you are concerned about?