Apparently they should be brick pointing with lime mortar, but instead, they said the city will just plaster over the historical materials (original brick and lime mortar) with Portland cement because it's cheaper, faster and easier than working with more delicate, temperature sensitive lime mortar. 

It is for the investor who is in tune with the new type of traveler and who wants to be at the forefront of a new wave of high ROI returns.  

Cash-out refinancing can be a great way to leverage equity, but there are other strategies you might want to consider to hit your goals faster.1.1031 Exchange: Rather than just refinancing, you could trade up to larger or better-cash-flowing properties tax-free through a 1031 exchange.

@Bruce WoodruffI was about to tell this guy to stay away from REI if he has a business making that type of revenue, unless his margins are ZERO.But looks like you beat me to it, and he is radio silent.Keeps the Forum entertaining, I guess...

., lawsuits from tenants), your personal assets could be at stake.Buying Under an LLC: Limited Liability Protection: The main advantage of buying under an LLC is the protection it offers.

In terms of vanilla transactions, they are ok and will close, but there are better, cheaper, faster options out there.  

After analyzing the local Mercer County market I've noticed there are not that many MFH that are desirable meaning cash flow can occur, but appreciation, schools and good tenants will be at risk.

-Carrot sites control nearly 46% of the Top 10 organic search positions for three key motivated seller phrases across 300+ of the largest markets in the country-Carrot sites are 15% faster on mobile than the non-Carrot sites in these same markets.

I do not do a rehab unless the value added is expected to be at least 2x the cost of the rehab.  

Plus, houses near good schools tend to move faster on the market because demand is higher.Neighborhood Appeal: Good schools usually mean better neighborhoods, less crime, and more community involvement, all of which help raise the perceived value of the area.