Need some minor refinishingFurnace and water tanks all replaced in the last 3 years.Stair case to the attic need some dry wall work.New Ac upstairs unitI'm thinking 2000 to refinish the floor and repair the wall.

I have a situation developing that I need advice on.Single family home, lease is expiring, tenant is scheduled to move out end of this month.I didn't even advertise online, just put a for rent sign in the yard last week and already have 5 people called me expressing interest to rent.I called tenant and spoke to him to schedule a move out inspection, where he would also surrender his keys, I will need his new physical address, and I reminded him about turning off water, electric, cable TV etc...He said no problem, BUT...the fireworks and his boat will need another week or two.He has parked a sailboat on the property.

There was a roof leak that created water damage on the floor and ceiling (small areas).

Sales Commission 12000Taxes 2500Insurance 500 Windows 3000Paint 600Trim 500Kitchen Floor 500Living Room Floor 1100Refinish all Hardwood Floors 2700Furnace 3500Hot Water Heater 800Cabinets 2500Appliances 3500Countertop 1000Sink 200Doors 800Garage Door 800Dumpster 400Gutters 800Roof Leak 500Full Bathroom 25003/4 Bathroom 1200Bulkhead Door 400Misc.

Some buyers and sellers are resistant to dealing with a licensee.Also the time/expense to get and hold a license isn't small.

The worst part was that they were confused thinking it was for any problem, so they didn't report the small leak in the hot water heater because they thought they'd have to pay for some of it.  

Okay it has been several days of ownership for this propertyHere is the good:demo 85% doneNew Garage door installedlawn mowed and I did not lose a mower blade  Electrical is not bad as was expectedThe UGLYneed to replace approx 35 feet of SIL plate due to water penetrationTermites - Yup found their handy work. 

Kind of the virtual version of water cooler talk, I suppose.

Folks looking to become landlords that also want to analyze every number such as the water bills on single family houses right down the dollar may not be in the right business. 

Just don't forget that you are never far from the water in Pinellas.