If the returns are there for the investor, they will continue to operate the property or will trade it to someone else who will do the same.

Just remember the trade off, eggshell is easier to clean but shows more imperfections.  

It sounds like the sub trades, particularly a site work sub contactor and a plumber who does underground work/utilities is what you are seeking.

Following cashflow trends in emerging markets can allow you to meet your goals much quicker, even if that means getting a bit out of your comfort zone.

@Jesse Dickens This sounds like one of those “programs” where they just apply to different vendors (Home Depot, staples, etc), not actual cash lines of credit….and they charge you a fee for it (maybe 10%) for these trade accounts that obviously you could have gotten yourself.

If I gave you a range of $25 -85 and told you it depends on the specific trade, location, type of construction, density, number of stories...Knowing the costs of all the pieces is useful, but is a moving target.

Since then I got into the trades actually learned how to manage a property/tenants. 

.#2 - Start going to events like those at Home Depot on Saturdays, where they show you how to tile, or other basic trade tasks. volunteer to help friends, volunteer for a Habitat For Humanity project.

(I am already working to trade my time for others' capital through networking at my local REIA.)My husband's job is AWFUL, but it has great benefits, and he cannot switch jobs right now.

After expenses, it will be cash flowing 1k/month.My thought of doing a 1031 exchange seems like an option..trade in a 170k house for a few 250k homes and increase my portfolio by 600k.