I nicely called it out and he stated "I need to take measurements to provide itemized cost estimate, it will take weeks so I'm just going to pass on this project".Is what I requested out of the ordinary?

The lien should divest with proper notice since this is a lien that has to get in line by time like any other ordinary lien.

I had really cool outside lights for my patio, but the squirrels kept messing with them, so I took them out.

A/C unit and furnace are 25 Years Old, needs a patio door and some paint/touch ups.

Please don't enter the property".I looked through the front door though the living room and onto the patio.

Step into your covered patio through French doors to enjoy the large level back yard, perfect for an all year round entertaining.

If something out of the ordinary is noticed, yes they may recommend to bring in a qualified contractor for that particular system for a more exentive inspection/recommendation for repair.

Some times clients will prefer to leave commissions in the 1031 of a sale and not take a commission so more funds can remain tax deferred since commissions are ordinary income.

Does it mean the 50k commission income has to be taxed our ordinary income tax rate 24%, plus the self employed tax which is about another 15%? 

It has a large outside patio where we can pull tables together.