In Florida, I believe the Homestead cap resets after a re-fi as well.

I don't believe any sensible person would.   

I let them know, yes proceed on T&M not to exceed the original number and do not do any work above that number.Week later contractor finds an issue and says "hey, we have another issue and we can take care of it for $500, As it stands I believe I am going to come in under my estimated total." - So we authorize the work.Contractor submits the quote yesterday for $8k and is threatening me about it. 

@Ryan KonenOne that we believe goes overlooked is courage and the courage to speak up if you have an opinion as well as be open to feedback.As a ceo I am not perfect and do not know it all, If someone disagrees with me - then say it - and know there is not a backlash or repercussions for disagreement.

I recently thought I found a great duplex but when a local agent toured the property for me, they didn't even feel safe which lead us to believe finding the right tenants would be a challenge. 

I believe it used to be called REI Live, but is Deal Finders or something like that now.

My experience shows it cost way more than 5K in marketing per contract and The close ratio is less than 50% due to title issues or a seller changing their mind and/or being difficult ect.I believe it, it was just an example. 

@Sharon McCantsI don't believe it's possible anymore to get something 'turnkey' in the Pittsburgh area in a good neighborhood for $100K. 

They sent me the Excel files over and I was made to believe it was optional.

I believe this will get me more bookings and higher value bookings for the larger units we manage.