We run into this in Orygun a little its been a traditional LOW money EM environment at least from my perspective of working in the SF Bay area for 30 years.. were EM is traditionally 10% of purchase price or at least 5 to 10k to even get your contract looked at.. when I came to Oregon people would use 500 and 1,000 and that was the norm here. now to be competitive they have upped that I see 30 to 5k very often and sometimes higher.But if your in low value asset markets IE wholesaling old tired homes that your buying for 1k to 50k I can see lower EM being the norm..

Everyone seems to be leading more towards buy and hold, so that definitely puts some things into perspective.

I wanted to know what are your views and perspectives on sweat equity if you know how to do all of the work yourself ?

From my perspective, this has been a positive development. 

Thanks a bunch for the perspectives.

It really pops well against the white trim.The outlets and switches and plates have been changed out to nice fresh white ones as well.

The property is a fresh rehab that was very well done and is in line with the comps; the only thing missing is a pool and or covered patio.  

Thanks for all your advice, time, and perspectives.

OR should I just ask them to leave once the lease is over and do a fresh quote of paint and rent it out at the market price?

I can tell you from my perspective, I would only partner with someone who either had 1) capital that I need for my intended project, or 2) someone who brought substantial experience that I don't have, including a track record of success.Basically, if you aren't going to bring your money to the table, you better have a great sales presentation on why you are the most knowledgeable person around and how that will increase my ROI.