A few low cost investments is maybe paying a landscaper to clean up the outside a bit or getting those obvious repairs from car damage repaired to make it look like its possible the inside has been cared for.

The big items in this rehab includes:  -- landscaping - trim trees, remove weeds  -- remove popcorn ceiling, interior paint  -- kitchen/master bath/guest bath - replace counter top and sinks, re-paint cabinets, replace lighting and appliances (kitchen only)  -- garage - replace garage door, remove existing carpet (yes, 50% of the garage is covered in carpet), paint  -- doors - replace all doors   Would really appreciate your recommendation(s)! 

Both properties are listed near the top of their market for rent because of their location and the included landscaper.  

If you follow those rules and you make sure that it’s painted or the paint looks good, make sure the carpet is clean or replaced, never show up with dirty carpets, and fix the landscaping in the front so when they do come up to the property it looks very inviting, it will go a long way.

That  plenty of spread to accomplish your expansion goals of what you very stated.

Condition - don't go crazy on landscaping, but pay attention to "curb appeal"4.

Puffing browser for iPhone 6 plus is a little better but the 6 plus is annoying sometime no matter the browser,as you often have to flip landscape portrait till you figure out where the curser is to get anything done!  

Usually, the exterior is taken care of by the HOA, and you wouldn't have to worry about landscaping, roofs, etc.  

Used good 1/2 inch 8lb pad.Kitchen: Cabinets, appliances, sink, countertop and bead board paneling 2,300Plumbing, new water heater 2800Electrical upgrades: 1800New deck: 1600Bathroom: sink, commode, shower surround, bead board paneling. 400All new lights 450Dumpster fees (3 30yd) 1200Clear the yard 2000Other landscaping 500New furnace and now duct work 4000Paint exterior 350Paint interior 350HAHAHAHA oh man I'm depressedSo the numbers will look like hell but in 2 yrs it won't mean much. 

How much does it cost for insurance/landscaping?