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Updated almost 9 years ago,

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Tyron McDaniel
  • Flipper/Rehabber
  • Sugar Land, TX
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Should I scrap it and start new or renovate and add a 2nd level?

Tyron McDaniel
  • Flipper/Rehabber
  • Sugar Land, TX
Posted

I really hate tearing down old structures but I have this corner lot and this 1,000 sq ft storefront is in much worse condition that this picture shows. It's currently set up as a (2) storefront like spaces just over 500 sq. ft each.

Rather than scrapping it, I am thinking of adding a 2nd level 3 bedroom unit so that you now have a fully functioning business space and an attached but seperate house. Ideal for business owners and people who work from home and because of the close proximity to downtown Houston I am thinking this could be a neat property! 

Have any of you renovated a property where the initial structure wasn't in great shape and you added a 2nd level? Did you regret not scrapping it and starting fresh? Obviously I could do that but I just hate tearing down older properties... (weird I know) - it's my inner tree hugger! 

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