Each situation is unique.

I realize this is how it goes at times in RE but it’s frustrating when someone drops the ball on something pretty simple and obvious that should have been a question to ask, given my buyer’s unique position with his work/income situation.

I am what my culture likes to refer to as “fresh off the boat” when it comes to REI and to making posts on here.I am looking for some advice/guidance on what I should do as I like to think I am in a unique situation however I’m probably not.A little background- I am 29 years old and have saved roughly 225k to invest.

My wife is a designer and we flip in areas (not high end) where unique design sells for premium to other "standard flips".  

I guess I'm uniquely qualified to answer this question for you: I'm a Realtor, a former solar professional having installed solar on thousands of homes in this area including several of my own properties, and have both bought and sold several properties with solar here as well (assuming Boulder is your market because your profile says Boulder, but your comment mentioned Utah?). 

And what are our chances of getting a better appraisal on such a unique property for our area?

Ca has unique and very local laws, and they are not always followed.

Being active and finding a platform to talk real estate all day is unique! 

Reading through your question it looks like two key pieces of information are still unknowns to you because of the uniqueness of the property.

Sterling White has some pretty unique ideas of what to add along with the postcard to grab the owner's attention.