In my county it's less than $80 to file against one tenant.Sometimes that's the only "revenge" a landlord has with a tenant who views a lease in the same light as toilet paper.Gail

The construction cost on the home are currently at $8.1 million, but with the prospect of a very extensive landscaping package upgrade, that number may rise another million.

Content is limited to more attitude and motivational aspects and light on details and specifics.

He also approached several businesses who sent their techs in for training & they  in turn would supply him with old equipment.So expanding that though & in light of a recent situation I read about locally why not approach the local community college etc & offer the facility as a culinary school.

I'd use plexiglass instead of wood and cut the holes with the same hole saw I use for roughing in recessed lighting.

However, in light of your comments I have kind of pigeon holed myself.

Haven't seen interior yet except peering thru windows but estimating about $35,000 to uncover and refinish hardwood floors, replace some windows, paint everything inside, lite kitchen updates, some new appliances, and light bathroom updates...budgeting to replace one boiler immediately.It's up/down 3 bed 1 bath on each floor, would rent for about $1400 per side in as/is condition, but could fetch 1750 per side if updated.  

Honestly, the answers given thus far are the best in light of the absence of information in the post to give better direction.Let me add some additional thoughts to those already here:In regards to the Attorney Contract.  

I know if you go just another mile west it does get pretty bad.I too think the rent of $575 is a little on the light side considering landlord is paying water for 3bed/1bath.Shawn what do you think of the area?

You should definitely take that into account.CapEx Reserve - all those furnaces and lighting and flooring will eventually need to be replaced.