First time home buyer - KB Homes

[Ruth Escobar]

I am trying to buy my first home to live in for some time and then rent out in the near future in Houston, TX. I am looking into a 3,348sft KB Home that was built in 2012. It needs minor repairs (carpet changed, deep cleaning and paint interior). I don't really know too much about houses but a friend of mine mentioned that KB Homes is known for having poor quality construction, or at least in the past. I am trying to see if anyone knows more to this matter? I have tried doing some research but have found people that say that it's poor and others say that it's good. Thought maybe here I could get better answers. Also, if anyone knows an estimated amount for the repairs this house needs could you please share. Thanks!

[Brian Foster]

I might add one more consideration. You mentioned the property is >3,000 ft2. I'd consider that a large rental property (assuming it is SF). Larger homes can be OK but tend to take longer to rent. Also the more expensive homes can be good rentals also but realize that the higher up the "food chain" you get the more challenging it is to find qualified renters to put in your property. 

I'll leave you with this thought. After investing in Houston since the 90's, I'd rather have two $150,000 homes to rent than one $300,000 home