The GC can handle the entire project, coordinate different subcontractors and make sure the project is completed per building codes - especially if the rehab is complex or involves multiple trades like plumbing, electrical, and carpentry.

The need for building permits in the counties is limited to plumbing, HVAC, & electrical. 

Plumbing is historically one of the most difficult things to fight since age and the structure matter so much and it is nearly impossible to pinpoint one issue that caused the damage. 

By the time I arrived in the evening, everything was torn up—floors, walls, plumbing.

But using that mindset, so is landscaping, plumbing, or clean out during turnover.

@Sophanara Khoeun For significant repairs like foundational issues, plumbing, and electrical updates, hire specialists (e.g., structural engineers, plumbers) for precision, or a general contractor for coordination if the scope is broad.

If one or more units are vacant, the remaining units often don’t provide enough cash flow to cover expenses, making it harder to meet operating costs.Maintenance costs: A fourplex comes with four times the appliances, plumbing, HVAC systems, and other components to maintain, leading to significantly higher repair and maintenance expenses than single-family homes.If you want to see the detailed calculation, read this BP blog - More Units Doesn’t Mean More Money—Why a Single-Family Home Can Beat a Fourplex.Resale value: Multi-family properties have a limited buyer pool—mainly investors—who base their offers on CAP rates.

Maintenance can also be a factor—while newer homes may require minimal upkeep, older units might need more frequent repairs, particularly for things like plumbing or HVAC systems.Some things to pay close attention to:Zoning and Permits: Check local zoning laws and permit requirements to ensure you’re allowed to place a mobile home on your land and rent it out.

If more important items such as plumbing, electric or mechanicals are not working we will also address that for them but typically we avoid those kinds of properties if its to extensive.For those who are familiar with wholesaling you fully understand that to wholesale none of what we just mentioned above is necessary or obligated to be done in order to wholesale.

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