Current rent is $2060 + $40 for dog.I assume I could depreciate the cost over 27.5 years. 

Hi,I have a turnover for a property in Memphis TN, and there's a bit of extra work that needs to be done in addition to standard wear and tear, some bedroom doors need to be replaced, blinds, patching, painting, some floor tiles etc....I got an estimate, and I know everything is costing more these days but it feels a bit aggressive. 

The whole thing cost me about $2,000, but thankfully my guy could get to it stat - he saved me $2700, and someone's vacation!

Including a flat fee for utilities on top of rent will make the rent look higher and less attractive to potential residents and potentially cost you money if there is a toilet running or water wasting.

Probably the worst thing is to find a "discount broker" to handle this, they are discount for a reason.

It might cost some money but attorneys fees go on top of the amount.

I remember her reasoning for choosing my apartment was for its proximity to the train station. 

- Is there another way to make this business model work without sending out direct mailers that could cost tens of thousands of dollars each year?

Aside from cost and finding a good contractor, my major concern is safety of the home while it's vacant and being worked on.

I am trying to find out if I can include closing costs I am paying on behalf of the buyer in my capital gains calculation.