Was wondering how much would it cost me to upgrade doing this:- new paint through out- new appliances (refrigerator, range, stove, dishwasher, washer/dryer stacked)- new carpet- two and half baths remodel- kitchen cabinets new paint and new handles- new blinds through outThe rent around the area is about $2600.My questions are:- how much would I spend if I do all that?

You have to make sure you have a separate room with a lock on the door and also with a cabinet that locks and a laptop with a password. 

Some discounts may be realized buying appliances, cabinets, granite, fixtures etc. but you will definitely need to shop around. 

Kitchen will have a doorway closed off and window covered (brick exterior), new cabinets, sink, flooring. 

As Bryan says, the document is not recorded so unless someone has been rummaging through your file cabinets with a flashlight in the middle of the night, they're not going to find a beneficiary without a subpoena for the trustee.

Okay, I purchased a property under a land trust (new to me) and filled out the Land Trust agreement (stuck this in a file cabinet).

My plan was also to do the kitchen in the near future, so glad to hear some anectodotal evidence it is worth the investment.Glad to know the quote is reasonable - I got an official estimate this afternoon actually and it is almost $11k for the master bath (new shower, tile, cabinets, flooring, countertops, toilet, baseboards).

@Jacob Sampson your random thoughts I did not ask for are on point :)1- first floor ir nicely remodeled, except for the kitchen cabinets which I can replace.

Such as repairing holes in 3 kitchen cabinets, changing of shower heads, light fixtures, replacing the original water heater, will likely be my biggest expense.Property is located within 10-15 minutes of 3 hospitals and has 1 dedicated parking spot.About me: Often Traveling Air Force reservist needing your local contractors, connections and management.If are interested, in working with me, please reply!

Moreover, I have absolutely no problem doing some of the work myself, such as the insulation, painting, cabinets, maybe even floors and fixtures to sacrifice cost for better finishes.