Why not something that is “Unique”, with “character” and “curb appeal”!

Also, lenders will also have a rule of thumb cost estimate based on the character/story of the building. 

They don't manage properties for me, (I live in CA), but I can offer my strongest possible endorsement in terms of character and ethics:  http://www.expressrpm.com/.You should interview them.

Old house with character but on a 4 lane road.

I can recommend a RPM Colorado in terms of ethics and character, I know them as colleagues, (fellow Real Property Management franchisees), but they don't manage properties for me.

We found a guy last week, (on CL) seemed to have a troubled past; but hey, I wasn't taught to judge ppls character, exclusively by their outward appearance. 

You coming here, admitting your current shortcomings, and looking for a way to improve your situation speaks volumes about both your character and work ethic.  

I'm not questioning your ethics or character, however why would you interfere in other people's business? 

Your character is showing through.

I'm also helping a couple of investors buy properties in that area as well.The SW side can be very tricky because the character of the neighborhoods can change within a few blocks of each other.