It does look great, and is very common in California in everything from tract homes to multi-million dollar customs, but I assume Illinois is not as big on stucco. 

Also, can you customize his excel files or are they password protected?

I am thinking of doing Hickory hardwood floors and kitchen cabinets, deer and elk antler chandeliers and lots of western motif furnishings to go with the allure of being in the middle of Wyoming.     2.  

Knowing that the fiberglass surround was somewhat of a downgrade to the existing finishes as the place has quartz counters and new cabinets etc...I mention to her that I wasn't a big fan of the fiberglass insert and her reply about floored me.

It was all about what his customers wanted, not what he wanted.

This varies a lot depending on local custom and the type of property. 

There is free landlord software out there that allows you to customize your online applications and ask for documentation (proof of income/proof of employment etc).

(for my mother)Add master bathroom on second floor (would be placed directly above the kitchen and across the hall from another bathroom)All new systems (2 Zone HVAC, Plumbing (copper pipes), and electrical)I intend to use Spray foam insulationThe entire house would use low-mid tier materials with certain splurges(hardwood, kitchen cabinets)This will not be a rental, I'd live here. 

The kitchens and bathrooms need some updates; new flooring, cabinets, vanity, etc.

This is where demo sat at the end of day yesterday:The wall between the bathroom and hallway had to be removed as did the kitchen cabinets.