Plus, maybe up to half of the wood of the walkway is still in usable shape (other than the horrible layers of cheap paint).

Rotten windowsills and a little peeling paint almost derailed a recent closing.

You'll need someone that paint and install laminate/vinyl for turnovers. .You need a plumbing company for clearing drains, and replacing water heaters, get one that has a system for working with landlords.I have found that companies that have the best prices are use to working with landlords and they usually have a system in place for dealing with tenanted properties and will call tenants directly for appointments, bill a credit card on file, and tell you prices up front for standard things (though there are often special circumstances esp with plumbing)You'll also need an HVAC company and an appliance repair guy.

Wash walls with TSP: I would do this myself - can I wash the walls and then wait 2 weeks to paint or does it need to be done right away?

Throw in some pointy pieces of white-painted wood and you've got the American dream. 

.- Don't ever paint 1970's cabinets to save costs.

I am usually there doing some final touches on the property with paint or cleaning so if they show up great hopefully they rent. 

Paint, increased closet sizes, added major curb appeal with wood retaining wall and landscaping, new fixtures and lighting throughout.

Hello, I saw a house in the San Diego area yesterday, it looked like it just needed paint, carpet and updated fixtures from the pictures. 1980 built, but it looked like there is some water damage from a window and I don't know how much I should estimate for a repair.

I am not going to pick my pocket for something that is not necessary, say I don't charge much when painting sidewalks vs that of doing a city server room remodel.