You would think that pundits like Desmond would try to find the good operators and look for ways to encourage them rather than painting everyone with the same brush

Would you stain the cabinets or paint them?

If you’re just doing a few cosmetic changes, I’d get it all cleaned up first, then paint the cabinets etc.Talk to your local meth clean up companies.

.), or by manufacturer and part number (for paint, faucets, water closets, and etc..).Then work that language into the bid request (and manually verify it is being used on the site vs cheaper knockoffs).Kitchen faucets and shower mixing valves, for instance can vary widely in construction materials, service life, ease of installation (installer time), and ease of service once in service.Also, some manufactures will have grades for items, such as builder, multifamily, hospitality, hospital, homeowner, etc... 

It needs a new roof, AC, floors and paint.

I’m Mexican with alot of family in the business end of things like(construction,landscaping,design,plumbing,painting)ect.

My opinion: this business model should have been shut down years ago.)I love when people paint me as the bad guy. 

It was fully done though, both baths, kitchen, paint, baseboards, all floors, etc.Overall my opinion is that it sounds pretty decent, just make sure you're not missing any major costs.

You're pushing a false narrative.I'm not painting with a broad brush.  

All that was needed was to spruce up the landscape, replace a leaky faucet and garage door opener, clean out the gutters and give the interior a coat of paint.