Purchase price: $90,000 Cash invested: $55,000 Triplex in SE Cleveland (D+ neighborhood)Purchased for 90 and saw 105 for valuation. 25% down plus closing costs and unit repairs has led to about 50-60k going into the deal.

Thanks Shannon  Does it cost less to go straight through WAIVO? 

I cook my own food, can I bill myself for that and write off all my food costs? 

Thankfully, we caught it during the plan review stage, and with a stamped structural design, they got the kitchen of their dreams—without jeopardizing safety or facing surprise delays.Here’s what to think about when renovating:Structural Changes: Even moving a wall can have ripple effects on the stability of your home.HVAC Systems: New layouts might need adjusted airflow or ductwork.Plumbing and Electrical: Moving sinks, showers, or outlets requires careful rerouting to comply with building codes.Before starting demolition or submitting permits, have your plans reviewed by a licensed engineer or architect to avoid costly surprises.

You can avoid costly mistakes. 

They accept it as a cost of there decision. 

Here's what you need to know about qualifying and managing costs, including realtor fees and other expenses.Why Germany?

From there I accepted and negotiated to have the seller cover the cost of replacing the roof.

Most likely your insurance deductible will be more than that and an attorney will definitely cost you more than that.

Another good thing about that is that you can do a cost segregation study based on the percentage of the house that is being rented to your house mates.