If you have electricity put lights on timers and a radio. 

Its designed to be a very energy efficient/comfortable building.

Examples of what it needs: new windows, hardwood floor refinishing, doors, tile kitchen floor, light and bathroom fixtures...Any thoughts appreciated. 

In addition all cutting will need to be done inside (can't setup the saws out in the driveway), which means more time spent cleaning the job site.We are just finishing a deep energy efficiency retrofit of a rental - inside is starting to look beautiful, but the outside is missing siding of one wall and the awning over the entrance needs to be build ... both of which will need to wait until the weather warms and the snow goes.  

The second picture show what appears to be where they just pulled the light out of the ceiling:Downstairs bedrooms:

Knowledge without application is simply potential energy.  

The lights are on, there are blinds, and yard maintained...so I don't know. my tenant moves in this week so I just have to fax them lease agreement!

I've heard Brandon sell it as "sexy" on webinars before, but I'm old and got no energy for "sexy"...  

It will take more landlording/management energy and you are much less likely to see appreciation, but if you find the right deals to cash flow, you will have a tenant paying off the debt and will be increasing net worth.  

Do drive for dollars (this is where I am focusing my energy right now).