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James Wachob
  • Real Estate Broker
  • Memphis, TN
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How to define A, B & C?

James Wachob
  • Real Estate Broker
  • Memphis, TN
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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

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