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How to define A, B & C?
Lets define A, B, and C
There are many definitions floating around attempting to define investment properties.
I like to start with the community in which the properties is located.
A neighborhood = 95% homeowner or better
B neighborhood = 65% homeowner or better
C neighborhood = All renters
These neighborhoods could also be defined by the land value, on which the subject property is located. In an A community the land value is high enough that if the subject property were to burn down, it would make sense to rebuild a bigger and better property.
In a B community the land value should be substantial enough to rebuild the same property, in square footage and included features.
In a C community the land does not support rebuilding, and the lot will remain vacant for years to come.
Then I look at the condition of the property
A = Brand new construction
B = 1975 and newer homes with a FULL renovation (Roof, HVAC, Appliances, All hard-surface floors, Exterior and Interior cosmetic repairs and paint, Hardware replaced, New light fixtures, Fenced in Backyard, and more!) my average FULL renovation cost between $25,000 - $35,000 in Memphis
C = Rent ready. Just livable
Memphis is neighborhood by neighborhood! Meaning that one block may be a great rental area and another is not.
- James Wachob