Contractor is suggesting laminate sheet goods for entire floor. 

With regard to renovations, I always suggest taking incremental steps to bigger renovations or partnering with someone who has already done a renovation at that level.I've been known to just go for the big rehabs for my personal investments here in Chicago , and during that process, it's always more stressful than it needs to be...As far as navigating the competition, I've found the best thing I can do is get EXTREMELY CLEAR  on what I am looking for; then I am confident pulling the trigger quicky. 

The “methodology” the guru presents either isn’t all that profitable, isn’t as simple to enact as he suggests, and or works only with certain limits as to economic climate, geographical area, etc.2.

Why would you do anything that effectively pays you less than that?

I typically don't suggest anything in the reunion area for investors because of the restrictions around what management companies you can use and what amenities your guests get access to.

I’m looking to do a 1031 Ex w 300k down and 650 purchase price can anyone suggest areas that might cash flow w these numbers ???

As someone that over analyzes things as well, I’d suggest you step back and think about what your goals are in order to help determine what path to take.I like JD’s suggestion about reinvesting in your business.

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In this case I suggested a 10,000 gallon water tank with just one of those meters attached to it.

However, just to set expectations, they most likely won’t make any changes unless there’s a clear error in the valuation.That said, since the $1,000 increase works out to about $83 per month, I’d suggest checking what the market rents are in your area.