A local PE that does this type of work regularly, probably has the analysis routines set up in spreadsheets or other software, templates set up in CAD and word processor, and knows what local inspections department will require.

The lease is fairly general, it simply states that they should not do anything other than routine maintenance like light bulbs, furnace filter, etc.

One thing in mind is, I like the IRS' stand on the per mile which is $.535/mi as a "regular" maintenance expense, of course, insurance and major breakdowns not included.

I love working with people like you and I - regular homeowners, first time homebuyers, investors, etc.

I live in the US and purchase properties in Canada regularly. 

@Rogers Smith, I use the plain white vinyl regular blinds from Lowes on most of my units.

But if you find the right brokerage, this can be a win-win (for example, I pay a flat rate per transaction, with a modest annual cap - and I routinely save that in commission on one transaction). 

Typically for SFR dwelling, most valuation are done with regular appraisal using most recent sales comps.  

Regarding the bedbugs, as professional exterminators, I can tell you that 100% of the cases we run into can be treated effectively with regular chemical treatment.

Because he's older and over qualified for the initial work he'd be doing, while he'd start as a regular employee, over time I'd want to give him a significant piece of the business so he'd be engaged and be a true 'partner' with me in helping me grow what I'm doing.