You may also want to consider reaching out to a real estate agent who works with investors—they can advise whether selling as-is or finishing the work will provide the best return based on your local market conditions.

I am also confident that in most cases, when market conditions improve, we will see our capital returned and hopefully a small profit. 

This approach helps mitigate risk, especially in a fluctuating market, by allowing you to weather potential downturns.Your strategy of going long on USD and short on AUD is intriguing, and it's smart to consider how the currency exchange dynamics will affect your investments.Regarding the Austin market, there has been notable activity in the lower end and affordable housing segments, with many buyers entering the market as they look for opportunities.

Also a lot of the hard money lenders these days from 1st time flipper want to see that you have about $50,000 liquid to weather any storms, like supply chain issues from Long Shoremen's strike. 

In my thirty years in Florida, I’ve never witnessed such devastation, which makes me wonder if this is a new weather trend foreshadowing the state’s future, or just a once-in-a-while event.Regardless, there are already websites and news articles discussing the so-called "Great Florida Migration."

Now that I'm showing it people are complaining about it's condition.

However, I’m still mindful that this is our first deal, and I want to be prepared for potential surprises.Here’s what we plan to check during the walk-through:- Overall condition of the HVAC system (I’ll test it myself with HVAC multimeter)- Electrical issues (I'll assess as well)- Plumbing, which my brother, a journeyman plumber, can help with if needed- Any significant structural concerns, mold, foundation issues, etc.

Now we're seeing investors pouring money into buying Class C rentals - but, many are getting burned.In our experience & opinion, the main determinant of property Class is not location or even property condition, those are #2 and #3.

I have a new 7unit and a new 2unit...so I was thinking the 7unit gets the laundry service that @Kathryn Dillon spoke of and the 2unit will get used (in good condition of course) coin-operated machines.

The terms and conditions of this lease will continue to apply.”My point is that the Notices section directly above it states: “NOTICES: Any notice which either party may or is required to give, may be given by mailing the same, by certified mail, to Tenant at the premises, or to Owner at the address shown in Section 2.