.✅ Replaced cast iron plumbing to PEX ✅ Paint & LVP flooring✅ Brand new kitchen with granite countertops, shaker cabinets, backsplash, and stainless appliances✅ Moved the laundry from an exterior mechanical closet to inside the home✅ Full exterior refresh for curb appeal✅ Added a Tesla Wall Connector in the carport for at-home charging ⚡️ (ok, this was just for me but is pretty cool)What was the outcome?

There isn't really a "Best" when it comes to investing - There is a lot of "Personal Preference" so find the neighborhoods that meet your specific goals or interests - that may require some legwork or research on your part.... or cast a wide net and pick a deal that presents itself regardless of neighborhood - If you find a good deal anywhere in Spring, the specific neighborhood should not discourage you from moving forward on a flip

@Ben Winchester  I have not listened to Justin Stampers  pod cast but he is a friend of mine ...

My take is in CA, the die is cast favoring aggressive taxation moving forward.

I've not listened to the pod cast, but I haven't had any decline or trouble with staying booked up.I only buy nice vacation destination rental houses and maybe that is the difference.

Had to redo all plumbing as well, it was cast iron and not worth splicing the good and bad.

Camera saw there are three kinds of drain pipes, clay, cast iron and PVC under.

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No way you can see things like copper pipe tied into cast iron, asbestos tile or asbestos wrapped piping in the basement, lead paint, and many other issues that can cost thousands.

Break the cycle of formulaic crap hollywood keeps churning out with "actors" cast based on diversity and social media rules.