Assumed nothing could possibly go wrong in the next 5 years what you want when you look at an investment property is to know the current rental amounts, specific expense items, and conditions of the building, grounds, and mechanical systems.  

Or you could decide that you're going to hang in there for family/legacy reasons, and keep raising the rent whenever the market supports... and whenever you turn over a set of tenants.

I'm curious what more experienced investors will leave to finish repairing after they list the property, but before they start to show it (or lease it).I start the marketing about two weeks prior to completion, with an advertised availability date of one week after completion.

It was a buyer’s market at the time so negotiating involved asking the seller to pay closing costs and being patient with our FHA loan.

Look into tools like CoStar, LoopNet, and ARGUS for commercial property analysis, and consider books or courses on underwriting and market analysis.

You can finance both real estate and business-related expenses under one loan.Best for: Owner-occupied properties (51%+), businesses acquiring both property and operations, or those needing working capital alongside real estate.SBA 504 Loan – The Fixed-Rate Power Play✔ Max Loan Size: Typically $5M, but can go higher with green-energy incentives✔ Down Payment: Typically 10% (15%–20% for special-purpose properties)✔ Eligible Use: ONLY for real estate and equipment—no working capital✔ Term Length: 20 or 25 years (real estate), 10 years (equipment)✔ Interest Rate: Fixed, below-market rates (CDC portion is government-backed)✔ Structure:50% Bank Loan40% SBA/CDC Loan10% Borrower Equity (15%-20% for special-use properties)Best for: Buyers looking for long-term, fixed-rate financing with lower equity requirements, particularly for industrial, warehouse, retail, or medical office spaces.Which One Should You Use?

Also, check your housing supply.. if builders flood the market with new construction, appreciaiton could be slower than you expect.

Upfront Costs Readiness✅ Budget for repairs, upgrades, tenant screening, and marketing before listing.✅ Set aside funds for legal or professional fees if needed.4.

I’m particularly focused on exploring strategies like house hacking, rental properties, and the BRRRR method to build long-term wealth.Although I’m just starting out, I bring experience in Finance, Sales and Marketing and I’m ready to contribute by helping with deal analysis, lead generation, number crunching, or property visits.

Seeking advice on how to secure funds or resources to prep the property for renting in the MTR and STR market.