I've already learned there is a lot more within the scope of such a project than I initially expected including removing existing structures being more expensive than I thought, hard costs being $150-200k per unit, soft costs at 30-40%, parking areas, landscaping, construction insurance, financing costs, elevator(s), sprinklers, fire code compliance, utilities, lead and asbestos abatement, any other site-specific stuff like an EIS if you have any environmental issues associated with the existing properties or wetlands nearby, holding period because you may need to wait several years for those commercial leases on the gym, yacht and electrical companies to end, etc., lots of costs and variables to consider on something like this, I'm just beginning to learn. 

Right know we have one development of 17 houses in South East Boise and just closed on piece of land in Garden City.

The entire house needs paint and landscaping.

I’ve been self-employed for over 10 years (musician, massage therapist, landscaping, admin type consulting, data entry, catering, bartending, etc.) and somehow real estate has never been on my radar… until now!!

@Matthew Anderson One of the easiest ways to show inherited tenants that you are going to be a better/more hands-on landlord is to walk in and make a quick and easy improvement (exterior landscaping cleanup, paint the common areas, fix obviously broken items such as mailboxes, windows, doors, etc.).

Now if you dont mind the tree coming down tell her she can pay to have it cut down and the stump removed and any re-landscaping needed to cover that area up again.

Cleaning costs are usually a pass-thru.Also, may require at least “some” landscaping costs depending on the property.Fireplace means annual PM/clean at about $100.Semi-annual deep clean of house for around $300-400 depending on sizePropane can be highly variable in $$Sundries like silverware, plates, glasses need more replacingHoliday decor - possiblySecurity cam and accompanying service?

Did full renovation including new HVAC, roof, plumbing, patio addition, driveway repair, laminate, tile, granite, paint, trim, carpet, shower, vanities, toilets, light fixtures, landscaping.

Try Accurate Landscaping

I've got good electrician, HVAC, plumber, roofer and landscaper recommendations.If it's more general work, try Brian Bourke with Intuition Painting & Design.