Also, since these properties will most likely be condos (making sure that the HOA covers the roof and exterior maintenance), do we need to get some sort of insurance outside of regular 'condominium insurance'?

It is a townhouse and i will pay a monthly maintenance fee that will be placed in escrow and will cover the exterior of the building and the roof if it becomes damaged.

I need to have someone come in to remove a beehive from the exterior wall of a house that I am rehabbing.

I could likely get 750/month.One down side: this would require an exterior stair (at one of the dormers)......so I'd also appreciate your thoughts on such stairs as a safety/ability issue.

We got quotes from both for the exterior work and pretty boy was considerably more expensive.

That generally costs us about $10-12 per square foot, or about $15-18K for a typical house we do.On top of that, we'll often paint the exteriors (after doing any necessary siding repairs), replace exterior doors, replace bad windows, reroof if necessary, replace hvac if necessary, ensure any decks are safe/secure/usuable, etc.

Demand will be strong at this price point as the competition will be significantly inferior quality.24 unit complex (4 buildings x 6 - 1br units) built c.1978 - end of life interior but exterior structure / mechanicals appears sound.NOI forecast at 83k.Renovation budget at $375k inc contingencyPurchase price of $250kOur Bank will go to $565k @ c.4.25% for 5 years with 25 year amortization - they hold the note for the existing owner and know he is slipping into the default zone.

What did you use for the exterior entry way/porch posts and trim?

Also, because this is my first property, having common area/exterior/roof maintenance is attractive.

Brick or Block come to mind as exterior attributes.