For example, if you're planning a kitchen remodel, get multiple quotes to ensure you have a solid grasp of what it will actually cost.3.

It's nothing like fancy pants hanging around kitchen stores picking out just the right cabinet door and handle pulls.

I’ve had to widen my search radius to smaller suburbs or target properties needing light cosmetic work to make the numbers work.Value-add opportunities: Adding amenities tenants love, like finished basements or upgraded kitchens, seems to justify rent premiums in this market.Navigating the competition:Be creative with financing: Seller financing or partnering with other investors has been helpful to secure deals when conventional offers didn’t cut it.Work with local agents and wholesalers: They often have their finger on the pulse of off-market opportunities, which is critical in a hot market.For those new to suburban Chicago investing, I’d say the key is finding the “sweet spot” neighborhoods—ones on the rise but not yet maxed out in price.

They can't assess all the subjective data like overall layout, view from the living room window, the dogs next door that bark all day, the width of doorways, size of individual rooms, quality of kitchen cabinets and appliances, etc.The best thing to do is study your market regularly.

In fact I had one done that size over the summer from some real slobs who moved out, and it required an inordinate amount of deep cleaning including almost one full day just on the filth of the kitchen floors, and it was $400. 

My goal is to rent it out to start generating some cash flow.I’m planning to remodel the kitchen soon, and once that’s done, I’d like to move out to make the apartment available for renters.

Using design boards, you can directly see the light fixtures contained in the kitchen next to the lights going over the vanities.

Stocked kitchen, wifi, Hot tub, etc?

-Structural (foundation, wall, ceiling and floor)-Roof and Exterior(Roof Condition,Gutters and Downspouts, Siding, Windows and Doors)-Plumbing (Water Pressure,Leaks, Drainage, Pipes)-Electrical (Wiring,Outlets and Switches,Breaker Panel, Lighting Fixtures)-HVAC(Air Ducts, heating and cooling)-Water and Moisture Issues(Attic, Mold and Mildew)-Kitchen and Appliances-Bathrooms-Pest and Insect Problems-Safety Features

From adding bi-fold doors to creating outdoor kitchens, we design spaces that make the most of Southern California’s weather.These trends not only elevate the homes we renovate but also ensure they stand out in the market.