This is the same material found in the cheap furniture you have to assemble your self from Ikea and Walmart.It is the cheapest possible material available, and thats why they use it.

As every newbie LL/PM on these boards has revealed, there is a LOT to learn about a variety of laws; major routine processes; types of materials; contracts (all sides...tenant, management, contractors); financial reporting and management; construction methods; project and time management, and much more.

The cost of raw materials and contractors has also gone up.  

There's loads of material in the academy and I'm happy with the investment.My recommendation for deciding whether to spend money on something like this is similar to letting a friend borrow money. 

I prefer precious metals for that and I use real estate as an income driver.

This is the Old West End, a historical district in Toledo that has a very strict HOA/Historical Protection group that basically forbids you to use most modern building materials.

Mid 1980 or newer you should be fine (they allowed existing aesbestos containing materials to be used up after the ban).

It also seems they would be motivated to do an excellent job of rehab (good materials and methods) so that property management is easier.

I wanted to share some of the cost effective ways I know of to buy building materials for your BRRR or rental. * I have a lot of luck with Facebook Marketplace.

Significant defects in the roof and siding resulting from improper handling of materials, and improper installation.