For properties in the lower tier budget I usually negotiate a flat fee commission because the sales price isn't high enough for a 3% commission to make sense.

To invest, choose A/B class neighborhoods, target properties within 15-20 minutes of major hospitals, budget for professional cleaning, and consider financing loans or lines of credit.Good luck!

If your budget allows, do it.

I would pay a bonus based on staying under budget, finishing on time. 

First, consider finding a reliable contractor who can finish the work within your budget and try negotiating the cost.

I think you are in the ball park with your assumption on 2% rule in the area.HOWEVER... my rehab costs far exceeded what I was budgeting and built into my UW. 

I can’t get my budget in order because this one builder won’t give me an estimate until I’m ready to apply for permits.

Mesa, on the other hand, offers a balance of affordability and access to job opportunities, making it a great option for investors looking to tap into a more budget-friendly market with solid returns.Pittsburgh, PA: Analyzing ReturnsIn contrast, Pittsburgh has a slightly different dynamic.

And what I mean by that is that I would take a house that needed 30k in rehab and cut the rehab budget down to 20k and leave the old windows. 

Using an FHA loan with a 3.5% down payment allows flexibility in budget planning.