I do not think it would cost too much to tone it down howeverI got a $10k quote (minus fees) from an interior decorator recently to redesign.

Next, I tend to recommend that clients stay away from inflated HOA fees.

I have read in forums that upfront fees are generally big no-no's.

@Robert Spiegel Great question, and it’s always a balancing act when dealing with long-term tenants who’ve been fantastic overall.Based on my experience managing over 1,200 rental homes in North Texas, including areas like Dallas, Fort Worth, Plano, and Frisco, here’s how I would approach this:Cleaning Charge: While $540 may feel steep, it can vary depending on the size of the property and local market rates.

Rate shop .

You could also structure a plan that has the income snowball pay for the coaching fee.

I would suggest you up your rate from 8% to 10% to help off-set some of that cost. 10% is doable all day long here in Texas.

Here’s my situation:Property & Loan DetailsFirst Home + Investment Potential: This will be both my primary residence and an investment property once renovations are complete.Purchase & Renovation Costs:Purchase Price: $100,000Estimated Repairs: $150,000Contingency Budget: $15,000Total: $265,000Appraisal: Post-renovation, the property is appraised at around $360,000—so there’s potential equity, but it doesn’t help me with the immediate cash I need.FHA Loan: My interest rate is around 7%.

But right now, it's my understanding that Texas has given a little more time on the requirements.Be happy to assist you...and the price is right...LOL, I don't charge any fee!

Focus on smaller single-family homes, condos with low HOA fees, or multi-family properties in these regions, and build a reliable local team of agents, property managers, and other professionals to ensure a smooth investing experience.