I asked one of the guys and he said they have been selling the small samples, and mostly were the wives and daughters asking for it.It comes in various scents, from vanilla bean, to fresh air, to sea breeze, to clean and crisp or spring rain to those fruity strawberries etc...and I thought at the time I would try it, just being curious.My concern was also it would repulse some people, I went and read reviews, the brand they sell at the Home Depot is Paint Scentsation.Paint ScentsationIt recommends 1 oz added to 1 gallon of paint, I only used 0.25 oz for a whole gallon and it was pretty mild.I only used it in the two closets, thinking that very few people would object to the scent of a cedar lined closet, and probably prefer that over a musky sweaty closet (especially if they keep the laundry basket there).As for how long it lasts, the web site says:Q.

If the income you're making relative to the net proceeds (equity) or return on your equity is high enough and the prospects of appreciation are strong relative to your other options you may want to keep it but, if you're making a total return of lets say 15% but prospects for 25% return can be obtained safety in abundance then you may want to consider to grow your money quicker by selling your property.

We say here about some small towns, if they aren't related, they use to be.

I am relatively new here as well - but have learned a lot in just the last month.

So @Kevin S. you need to also research the easements related to the parcel. 

I am fortunate to live in a region with a relatively stable real estate market.

The roof leak may or may not be related.

It's really hugely individual and of course, it has to be in relation to what your cash investment is.

Another way would be to have a friend, relative, realtor or other trusted person step in and manage it for you if needed while you're away - perhaps with some payment for their trouble.

Update/conclusion: Glad to report that in the end it was relatively painless.