There are also trees around the lot, which states that if I plan to cut it, I have to plant new, which is fine because I can add it to cost.

The house was built in the 70's and had 2 big trees near the home.

If there are already shrubs and trees we always cut them way back to allow a good view of the house and then come in with fresh mulch.

I told him I would consider holding off on improvements to my building and selling if nothing could be done, however he is scared.This situation is severe - I purchased a thousand dollars of trees to attempt to create some sound buffering and I am having new windows installed.

He paid to have several old trees taken down, installed a huge chain link fence for his dog, added a cement poured 20x30 patio.

What type of trees, if any, would you not want near a prospective real estate property, and for your area, what is a reasonable amount to estimate for tree removal?

I don’t remember everything I saw on the video, but I can recall: a downspout not finished bringing water towards the foundation of the home (probably causing mold inside too), a pipe somehow through a tree root, doors unhinged, chipping paint every where (here in Maryland you are in big trouble if there is peeling paint in a rental), siding dented, very low grade materials that will need to be changed with the first tenant turnover, among many other things. 

You're comparing apples that have fallen on the ground and the animals have been at them to ones that are still on the tree above. 

Typically, the neighbor isn’t required to trim/maintain vegetation originating in their property and encroaching yours...same amps with tree limbs.

While I'm on the topic, do you guys add provisions for things like playground equipment like swings or on-ground tree-houses?