Electrical, plumbing (the main items), plus cosmetic work painting and some new appliances.

With no experience as an agent, you need someone who is an experienced negotiator to represent your best interests.I have represented several people here on BP (both buyers and sellers) and have been able to negotiate terms, price, repairs and other items that an unrepresented buyer would probably not have been able to pull off.  

That's about $6,000.That's your major big ticket items that will need replacement.

I was getting $1,200/month in rent and I was self employed and had family in the area (with their own rentals) so small maintenance items were easily handled. 

However, there are several items in the punch list that concern me.

Hey Rob, The only way I can answer this is what would I do if I was in your shoes - 1) I would only use a HELOC for minor items and repairs. 

Is there any feedback/ suggestions or items to improve the home for the next guest stay?"

As far as DP that's a lender negotiated item.

(laughing)Can't hep with hold/rent or to sell it etc... but anything related to the roof or those items, happy to discuss!

Assume $700 per building item to fix including labor