Both buildings have hedges that are planted into planters that are 12"-20" wide and wrap around the entire perimeter of each building.

Any work you do to it before it's placed 'in service' will be added to your cost basis. 

I'm not sure I added value.

That way for little money, you can greatly improve the curb appeal of the house and justify raising rents on the property, adding more to your income.Let me know if you have any more questions

As I mentioned I would strongly consider adding a third bedroom to the other unit if the current tenant is to move to increase rent as well.

I already have an umbrella in place so this would be added to that policy.

If the HOA is $300 or below, do the math and see if it is actually a value-added fee. 

Without getting too much into details, I feel like this realtor is just waiting for me to call him when I need an offer written and is otherwise adding no value to my search. 

Also be sure to factor in the added costs of having an STR vs a long term rental.

added another bedroom/officeother few upgrades What was the outcome?