Be Smart, S.M.A.R.T. refers to goals that are Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Realistic and Time Framed.

Let it dry.Then I just lay it out and brush on Polyshades in the shade I am aiming for, usually pretty close to what I have (and you can go darker but lighter not so much). 

MSAs to see which markets offered the best chance for regular Joe investors to get great returns over the last year or so:We look at 0-4 unit residential properties (if you can buy a home in a given market for yourself, you can generally also purchase these types of properties) and measure them for two things:Gross Rents as a percentage of property values in early 2014Appreciation as a percentage of property values in early 2014Combining the two, you can see where investor dollars likely went the farthest (before expenses).

If the hoa isn't responsible for the condition of the roof then they shouldn't mind that you take proactive measures to prevent roof rot.

Aiming to live in a cheaper, but still too-hot market = "frying pan".

I don't believe the cost of electrical can be measured by the square foot of the house.

If the development you reference out by Quidi Vidi Lake is actually aimed at students it sounds like the "luxury student living" developments that have been taking place in a few other university cities.  

Now, they have a slightly different program, where an A/C tech measures the performance of the existing A/C before the swap, and the performance of the new A/C after the swap. 

Maybe run it by a local guy for good measure.  

I will make repairs with other income that I have coming in aiming to complete rehab in one year max.