I’m often asked by new investor hopefuls how to get started in real estate when cash is light.

Because in reality, by not hiring a property manager, and committing to doing the easier things myself--like unclogging a toilet / shower drain, fixing a light bulb, pest control, calling a plumber--I am committing to be on standby for many hours, which is a sacrifice of peace of mind / being able to leave town or take vacations--and I would like to know if it's worth it. 

I believe where I am located it's around $30/sq ft, so if property is sound in general but needs just light renovation.

I spent about $8K total on a canoe light fixture, made from an antique canoe.

I'm specifically interested in their light steel villas and container houses for assembly in the US for multifamily or single family houses/apartments. 

Purchase price: $45,000 Cash invested: $12,000 Sale price: $124,000 Old single family home I flipped with some structural repairs, sanding and refinishing original hardwoods, new kitchen, light bathroom update, paint inside and out, and other cosmetic touches

Just imagine a guest getting shocked because the GFI was not installed properly, or you hang a chandelier too low over a tub, or wrong type of can light in shower, or.........?

Wayfair pro line has excellent light fixtures and other items, that would look great in a STR rehab and help keep costs down as well. 

I just finished up a light rehab on a rental and now looking for contractors for my third project, a more involved rehab on a duplex. 

Are you looking to do light cosmetics or extensive rehab?