"Subtle Art of Not giving a F*ck" by Mark Manson taught me to embrace the fear of failing and use it as a learning tool.

Besides the heating issues it seems like you have simple cosmetic fixes.We used a general maintenance guy when we did our rehab, his company is called The Art of Paint LLC, the owner was very good and he's local.  

I'm in full education mode right now, so for the next several weeks I'll be focused on networking and learning the art of finding good deals.  

After the drill down then the art of pricing kicks in.  

Nothing about wholesaling is rocket science - but there is an art to it, and a coaching program is all about shortening learning curves and eliminating mistakes before you make them. 

It's difficult to find a contractor who can do as good a job as we can, for the same or similar amount of money.Drywall finishing is an art, and I hire that out all day long. 

You did not mention your current residence city and state.If you are looking to commute frequently or occasionally to NYC, Philly is definitely good option.30th street station is Amtrak stop. you want to be close to that( university city area, south of art museum and rittenhouse).

Read plenty of "rah-rah" books... but is there an "art" to it, for practical application?

Very close to Radio Park, a public transit stop, the Fresno Art Museum, and restaurants.

I hire people that only do this, since it's an art and can make or break how your finished job looks.I've had some success using Craig's List "Labor Gigs" ads.