Also updated the look inside with LVT flooring and paint, added granite counters, painted cabinetry and trim, replaced non-functioning AC, landscaped backyard full of weeds into desert style landscape, painted exterior brick to updated colors.

All lawns must be kept within in four inches of the ground, trimmed, and free from trash and debris.

The power company will only trim trees in the right of way and even then the PA  power company at one house i owned cut down half an elm-right down the middle... 

My understanding was that it's not so much the paint but the many friction points in old windows, so that even if there's not much paint, the simple fact that there is lead dust inside the windows (where the old weights and pulleys are) means that the up-and-down friction causes the lead dust to get released - and this is regardless of how the trim is painted.The only time it wouldn't make sense to just go vinyl with the windows, in my mind, is if there is some major aesthetic reason not to, or it's a historic house and you can't because of historic property rules (which, of course, add a lot to renovation costs besides just keeping old windows).And yes I really like our local REIA because it doesn't try to sell you things.

We replaced the roof, all flooring, bathroom vanities, fixtures, trim, painted kitchen cabinets and moved them around, hardware, toilets, half the siding, tons of yard work and cutting out weeds the size of trees, new paint inside and out, built a wood plank wall and made a faux beam in the master bathroom out of a poorly designed wall that was hanging down.

I do plan to hold for long term.I am getting mix advice: some said keep things the way they are, sand, and paint the trim, fix sash lock, install insulation strips, while replacing a few exterior sills, and not worry about tenant wanting to open the windows..Then I am told, go ahead and do it as a good feature to attract tenants (new, save energy with ensured/enhanced insulation, utility will be paid by tenant), of course the windows can be opened like they suppose to, less maintenance headache with possible landlord call for window breakdown/issues.

Moisture resistant drywall will be used in all wet locationsAll ceramic tile will be installed on 1/2" cement board or a concrete PaintNew Switches, Receptacles, GFCIs and cover plates to codeHardwired smoke detectorsCarbon Monoxide DetectorsBathroom: Install Ceramic tile on walls for tub and floorInstall new pre-hung 6 panel hollow core doorNew Toilet with ring and supplyNew Vanity with faucet, drain and supply linesInstall new light fixtureInstall bath exhaust fanNew medicine cabinetInstall New TubBathroom Accessories (Toilet paper holder, towel bars, etc.)Bedrooms / Living room:Install new pre-hung doorInstall all trim ( Door Casing, Base, Shoe)Install Flooring material (Carpet, Hardwood,Laminate )Install New Light fixtureInstall Closet door (Type to be decided)Kitchen:    Install Ceramic floorInstall New kitchen cabinetsInstall Counter top (Granite/Corian/Laminate)Install New Undermount sink and faucet Install Ceramic backsplash with accentInstall Light fixturesInstall garbage disposal (if applicable)Install Dishwasher (If applicable)Install all trimInstall pre-hung pantry door (If applicable)All material types will be selected by you and installed by us.

3bd, 1.5bath, 1124sqft, on ~.2 acres with 1 car attached, 2 car detached garages (nice selling point given my hobbies)Reno Plan:Home is mostly cosmetic issues. remove popcorn ceilings. remove carpet and refinish hardwoods underneath, bathroom and kitchen updating, landscaping, gutters, trim and paint, and some work on the detached garage (new roof).Doing 90% of the renovation myself as I have done work on homes with my dad in the past. targeting a budget for 15k for materials and any surprises that I need help with.

Aside from replacing basically the entire home, there is unique detailed trim work through out the home - in every room.What was the outcome?

Planning small exterior remodels and small interior remodels such as new light fixtures and window trim.