Now the numbers don't work.I went back to the drawing board and decided I would benefit more if I used the majority of the funds on the cottage and add a bedroom addition, while keeping the caterer in place and collecting higher rent.

The major repairs, should come with written estimates from at least 2 companies. 3.

If it was smooth sailing and making $$, a majority of landlords wouldn't be selling it.... so a LOT of inheritied tenants are a huge PITA....not all....but a lot....

Days after the inspection, the buyer and his agent came by the house (based on notification from the keybox), and did their own walk through and responded back saying that the smoke detectors were not working and the electrical panel needs major work. 

Clear the ClutterClutter is a major space killer.

I’ve done a few projects (nothing major).

WE have the GC's lead come in last half hour to get any major issue directly addressed i mean its their responsibility to fix any thing and many times inspector and GC clash inspector says not to code but inspector is not right..

You are touting a tactic and strategy not available to mom and pop investors.

I'm trying to figure out the major swings in my score.... 

I work with a really great brokerage, KW, and they having a global presence have affiliated market boards for members only to utilize, so if you belong to or work with a major brokerage check with them and see if they have anything similar.