If you ever get into the multi-family realm, then having a pool of buyers can be a very desirable service you can provide.

@Johann Jells the interior decorator was there because I also do lighting design as an electrician clients will show me what they want and I have to come up with lighting for high end homes that will create the atmosphere and look desired by the homeowners.

Which would be more desirable?

I think part of the issue was my desire to have him be as excited as I am, which I have come to accept may never be the case. 

Based on what laminate runs per LF installed I figure the 2cm granite is about twice as much, and 3cm is about 3x as much but it is so much more desirable.

The listing agent can then add the desired commission onto this net price when presenting it to buyers.

I'm glad to hear that my intuition on the desired product over in Springdale was spot on! 

If I were on the other side of town, I might have some peace of mind at least as to my own safety, but I feel like my decisions as a property manager are definitely influenced by that personal desire of self-preservation.

., very porous soil, while capable of changing the topography, may drain too fast to direct water away as you desire).

I can't speak for everyone, but my investment focus is on buy & hold duplexes outside of city limits, in desirable areas.