We normally redo the kitchens, flooring and lighting so it makes a lot of the regular items less important.  

. :) Ummmm  I've been regularly reading articles and forum threads for 6 months now, in addition to reading books and podcasts.

(Barring of course, any major repairs that may be way out of your league) not sure how you handle this regularly, but I'm talking about this kind of stuff you did, electric, plumbing, HVAC, etc. thanks for the fun post.

Especially with sewer lines the technology has really advanced and by staying on top of the system with regular inspections you may be able to use a technique such as pipe lining before total replacement is necessary.

its fine to look at craigslist to get an idea but the key things you find out are based on what you know from looking at it regularly so a database won't really help.

I’m not sure what the controversy is, but for the same reason regular IRA’s must pay UBIT, Roth’s must also pay.

Are there any professional organizations or sites that you go to regularly, such as government information, professional appraisal sites, title insurance/closing information or maybe real estate schools?

Its $4.09 for regular in NYC.

FWIW, I do know one person who attacked California corporations on a regular basis.

Is treated lumber necessary for the joists or could I use regular lumber?