There are probably many posts that contain similar information to this one, but I thought it would be of value to future and existing investors who are starting their journey.We recently completed rehabbing a duplex we bought for $93k and rehabbed for $75k (in retrospect, we could've negotiated a lower price 🤷‍♂️ - discussion for a different post), hitting an ARV of $190k when our target ARV was $170k.Two things that stood out for me that helped us secure a higher ARV that anyone can use in their next BRRRR were:1) Fix the property to be in the top 75th percentile -> To improve our success rate, we consulted with both our agent and our PMC on what kind of materials and finishes the best properties (highest ARV Comps and Rent Rates) had in the area.

Plus you already have grey walls, so do you want grey on grey on grey.Cabinets: Painting is always the cheapest option, but if not done right, you get a look and feel that you pay for.  

I've spotted a package deal for two duplexes right next door to each other.

Many investors will do a duplex, make one side a long term rental while the other side performs as a short term rental. 

We are looking to purchase a duplex in the 100-200k range and want a CoC return of around 8-12%.

Also, Conventional and FHA allow for buying multifamily properties as your primary home, meaning you can buy a duplex, triplex, or 4-plex, live in one unit, and rent out the others.

Purchase price: $99,000 Cash invested: $19,800 Sale price: $136,000 Upstairs/Downstairs split entry duplex in Cheney, WA, home of Eastern Washington University.

"The house band located at the sink on the right side of the house, to the left of the front entryway, and along the rear wall is discolored and decayed in a manner typical of water damage.

Check it out! Continuing to move this project forward!Build 2 Rent,Juan-

Purchase price: $99,000 Cash invested: $19,800 Sale price: $136,000 Upstairs/Downstairs split entry duplex in Cheney, WA, home of Eastern Washington University.