You can read The Book on Estimating Rehab Costs by @J Scott as a guide, but the current numbers for your area will be different.Don't let someone tell you that you can just do per square foot.

Quote from @Fernando Martin-Gullans: Hey y’all, I’m a retail investor with 2 SFH rentals worth a combined ~$650k looking to utilize some of my stored equity to buy more out-of-state properties, but I’m not quite sure how best to proceed given that my interest rates are incredibly low (leaning me away from refinancing) and neither property is owner-occupied (which I believe prevents me from using a HELOC).

TV shows and social media make it look like a fast track to financial freedom—but in reality, it's a tough game, especially in a market like Boston.Even if you have a down payment, you're likely using hard money loans at 10-12% interest for the purchase and rehab.

I spoke with State Farm, but they require plumbing and electrical panel upgrades just to consider reviewing my application.

I just received two different verbal offers that I'm willing to accept, but don't want to waste time with someone whose deal may fall through.What are my options to enter into a contract with someone who is qualified?

I'm not a wholesaler, but I work with them a ton to source notes and seller finance deals.

That has been a huge issue all around but there has been an increase in the rent collection sector. 

I tend to invest more in South Abilene and many in Wylie ISD but have seen investments produce good cash flow all over Abilene. 

Market Appreciation is the least predictable, but historically, where you will make the most money.

I stick with boring buy and hold, but in another state where the numbers do work.