(I'm not familiar with the US sites on closed sales in a specific area and stuff....)What about negotiation with the banks about fees that can be waived - Do they do their best to decrease my investment?

I think I have to make it look designer like for executive type (higher end) renters.I'm specifically looking for paint color schemes and flooring/carpet advice.

The IRS allows you to buy real estate with your IRA, with some very specific rules for doing this. 

@Shane Kelley The lien laws are very specific.....if you don't answer the above questions, no way to help you with lien possibilities.  

Speaking about purchasing - it really depends on what you're looking for specifically!

(If not, there are floor-specific reglazing options.)Replace the vanity with a CLEAN-LINED contemporary white cabinet, top, sink, faucet, and hardware. 

Consult your own attorney who can review the condo association bylaws and give you an informed opinion as to whether or not the owner's interpretation of exclusivity is correct for your specific circumstances.

Anything can be in a lease but doesn't mean that all of that specific language, some of it, or none of it will be found enforce able by a court of law with a judge.    

It is market specific of course and you want to price it to what the market will bear.

More specifically, are willing to go out of your comfort zone, and if so, are you willing to go as far as "required"?