Are there areas where you can force equity by extensive renovation in San Mateo , Santa clara , Alameda or Contra Costa areas ?  

We do extensive research and drive bys to ensure that we bid the right for the right lien and that we don’t bid high.

Our tenant vacated our property, leaving extensive damages that surpass the security deposit.

You'll still need to go through ZBA for extension of dormer but we have better density guidelines at this time so its in your favor. 

Hope this helps, and if you have any further questions, I am a real estate agent in Brooklyn and Long Island, and would be happy to connect Agree with this - if you are shopping commercial or anything with a rent roll more complicated and extensive than a couple units - you really should find a knowledgeable broker for the process - not a great area to dive in as a DIY beginner..

The mostly cosmetic renovation cost was about $35,000 which included refinishing HW FL in both units, extensive painting on the interior and some exterior porches, brand new SS appliances in each unit, exterior tuckpointing updated electrical, and some minor carpentry and landscaping.

Back unit is a full gut due to extensive fire damage (kitchen fire); front unit requires minor rehab. 

More than 15 years of experience in an international customer service environment.My goal is to constantly improve my skills and knowledge of the real estate industry, particularly in sales, where extensive experience and expertise can be utilised.

I am currently a commercial Superintentdent building mostly large box retail from 100,000 - 1,000,000 SF projects nationwideI have extensive construction experience but little rental experience.

That's the only time I could see getting a licensed person, which most repairs on a rental should never be that high unless it's extensive damage.