If anyone here can get it to work well and has the skill set for this sort of thing...it would be great if you can share ....

I bring lots of labor skills to the table and he obviously brings the $.

Flipping can then use those skills (and those are some major skills) and use them in more advanced mode because there are now more numbers, property quality is more key, and you have to move a lot faster.

I might try to spray paint the light fixtures and door knobs.I'm not skilled enough to remove all of the facuets without damaging them, but might try to concoct some way to spray paint then with plastic bags to protect what I don't want painted (the sink).

Get referrals for skilled trades from other investorsAnd rememberAn ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure.

The skills you learn there will have a lifetime of value.

Best bet is to take what you have to a Lawyer skilled in "Community Association Law" and see if you have such an opportunity or other option!

I can and do find skilled, affordable contractors and labor all day long in Bakersfield.

Which of the REI types you mentioned will match your personal skill sets.

Its still not the high ceilings, master suite, and open floor plan buyers want now.OTOH, there are lots of old Victorians that are in high demand despite issues like small bathrooms and cramped floor plans.If you're going to be in the rehabbing business determining value is a critical skill.