For renovations guru requires before and after videos be sent before he sends the money.  

I have listened to videos, stories, read articles, etc.

Do you have any recommendations for professional but affordable gutter people in Philly?

Like @Michael Plante said, she's already paying maybe 6% to her listing agent, you not getting a Realtor only leaves more of that money in her agent's pocket for having an easier time negotiating with a non-professional.  

I came across this promo video few weeks ago and I thought it was cool, see if it works for you.

Hello,I recently came across a video in which Mike Maloney, a (former?)

I am not sure you need a lawyer at this point, but it might be a good idea....If I were in this situation, I would immediately require that all repairs/maintenance be done by professionals only, and not by the tenant (hopefully per the lease).

I've read that you can find mortgage professionals to assist you in applying for conventional loans with no seasoning period?

Also, if I had it professionally painted, it's $1/sqft.  

Professional fees that relate to producing or collecting taxable income or receiving tax advice are deductible.