Naturally a month after the exchange expired, I found a decent property I am closing on now.  

Close by is a nice revitalization area that we would love to jump into before the prices go up.  

As more and more of that happens, run down areas can be revitalized providing a safe place for those with less income to live.Good luck and learn as much as you can.  

Understand, most brokers are getting only 10-30% of the commission to their firms, which is just the nature of the business these days.

What type of budget should be set for a job of this nature?

Some people have a natural eye for color-for those who don't (90-minute In-Home Color consults range from $95-$350) it can cost you big on the back end by having to repaint if the combo you chose comes off "murky" because your white trim had the wrong base or a popular golden-mustard turns "dirty-diaper" in your lighting.

Specifically, Water, heat, electric, garbage or any other bill of that nature? 

Does anyone have any experience with or any advice on how the basement nature will change the cost?  

I met an investor locally who owns a condo in Nature's Hideaway and he became president there even though he doesn't live in the association.

Unlike most organizations, I believe in keeping the historic look of the neighborhood, and revitalizing the homes, while allowing them to keep their rustic charm.According to the article the amount of sold listings has more than doubled since 2015 and home prices have increased from $113,000 to $143,000 in the last six monthsAlthough the neighborhood may not be quick returns, there is definitely long term potential in the Barrio Hollywood Neighborhood and we look forward to further investments in this community.