Additionally, the residue that's left behind can cause some paints to literally slide off the wall, much like you see with heavy nicotine staining, but much, much worse.  

How large are the windows, what is the facade material, and will they be operable or fixed? 

I've had success with Kilz on all walls prior to painting as well as sealing the floors with Kilz and replacing all fabric (carpet, window treatments).  

My understanding with this is they are generally responsible for rent collection, tenant management, repairs & maintenance (small landscaping, supervision of subcontractors - which I approve and the bill is then send to me), maintaining records and such.Being my first month with my first property I was a bit surprised to see the 8% fee in addition to-Meet electrician for repairs and updates to fire alarm. 1.5 hours- $50Trip and installation charge for unit 1 window (without cost of materials)- $35Repair broken handrails (without cost of materials)- $30Cut and trim, clean loose debris- $35Unit 4 late rent collection (time contacting, travel to meet)- $25This adds $175 to the 8% ... my question is- what then is the 8% for?

v=pX6l8upgXMQ&list=U...Now all rough with AC and foundation repair has been done.. just awaiting inspect and down hill slide to finish.. the conversion process was a feat of mental engineering with the city. 

I've seen fake alarm systems which basically are stickers, SIGNS "(This Property is Under Video Surveillance" etc), and even flashing red lights that are battery powered-battery powered alarms - they have these at harbor freight, you can put on windows and doors- they're powered by magnets --Does anyone have recommendations for better battery powered or simple DIY alarm systems?

Door and/or windows?  

leave a bowl with bleach/water mix sitting in each room for at least 24 hours (removes smelly air) open windows ASAP upon your return.  

(pergolas are freestanding)  I would get rid of the awning, and put some shutters on the windows.

two different opinions here, (everyone looks at it different)first. take down rail on left side, build walls with windows and make it a sun room. change exterior door to an interior door. or do a double window and add a bedroom. second opinion and the cheaper alternative, change right door, to a window , tear our brick step. and make it a bedroom.