It's amazing how much one can save on the water bill alone just by replacing the toilets with a new water saving one, which can cost as low as $30 from the big box stores.

On physical inspection all of the electrical panel had been stolen, all the wires cut out of the attic, water heater, and air conditioner as well. 

I just renovated the bathroom because it was terribly outdated with cracked tiles and water leaking into the basement and I am planning on re-building the porch because it is a potential safety hazard.  

I provide information forms to all new renters giving them the pertinents - location of water/gas/electric shut off, phone numbers to all utilities and emergencies, trash & brush collection info, specific information about maintaining/cleaning the house, etc. 2.

I do know that there have been stricter rules and guidelines regarding water runoff and such since much of our ground water eventually impacts the Chesapeake Bay. 

Your utilities number looks low - $200/month for cable, wifi, heat, electric, water???

What I can tell you for certain is my first deal was like jumping into the water.

Do you feel comfortable buying a house that may have extensive water damage/mold?

Originally posted by @James Wise  If the commission thinks that you used your "superior" knowledge over a "regular" citizen to steal equity you can end up in hot water.

The comps are out there to support coming close to the ARV that you are advertising if you look at just the lot size and square foot of the home, but all of those homes are superior in that they're newer construction with end-buyer-desired floor plans, have barns or extra garages, and some are even water front.