Have you seen any increase in the area because of Seattle being so aggressive?

You need to determine your risk profile (conservative moderate aggressive etc).

It's up to you if you want the tenants to provide the supplies or if you want to pay for them and add it to the rent.

I see lots of these people have website claiming they can supply properties at 30%, 40%, or more discount.

Good thing is too that line of credit is not taxable where as the sale might be depending on your situation.There is more too it but that would be my approach... and on the other hand that may be to aggressive of a move if another rental is not what you want.

Maybe even give them a detailed cleaning list, and drop off the supplies so they can have it ready for showings? 

If you are looking for an real estate agent that isn't afraid to be aggressive then let me know.  

You will need to supply the lockbox (can buy at home depot).

Doing the work yourself will take longer, you won't be able to buy supplies at contractor discounts, and the longer you take to get the work done the longer you have carrying costs without rent money to cover it.

I guess its time to dig up the door to the Y2K bunker in the backyard and update the supplies and the ventilation systemCome to think of it maybe it wouldn't be good to survive and stick your head out to a wasteland.