If you are making modifications to the heating and air conditioning space of the property it is usually wise to pull a permit.

That applies to replacement cost only and only if more $ is needed to restore the home to a pre-loss condition than what is available under coverage A.

I looked at somewhere between 150 and 200 deals before getting my first deal and that was at a time when market conditions weren't as tough as they are now. 

Generally, lenders base their refinance valuations on the property’s in-place income and existing condition, not future projections.

RE is always changing and if you have only one niche then well your limited in opportunities and subject to the conditions that exist at the time for that strategy.  

@Lisa Oliver I wouldn’t give keys to trades men under any condition.

And just so you know, here are some of the factors an agent will look at to figure that out:Market Conditions: If the market is slower, going all in on staging can make your home look move-in ready and attractive to buyers who may otherwise be hesitant.

Ranges can be fine if they’re in good condition, but inspect them thoroughly.

Yet, when I initiated a withdrawal, I was met with a complex set of terms, penalties, and withholding conditions that were never clearly explained beforehand.

I would say for a B class area it is going to be around 300k-400k for a duplex in good condition. 400k and up for A class @emily @Emily Shin