Having sold over $200 Million worth of this stuff I can say without the slightest doubt that, that's the more accurate predictor of performance than what some Joe DIY did or didn't do.It's not really as complicated as you guys may think.You've got your gross income folks.

I'm thinking about buying a unit from Lowes or Home Depot myself and then finding someone to install for me.

Curious as to why you installed carpeting instead of longer lasting hard surface?

Here's what I'd want to do either way: I want to install security cameras on each property I buy and put them on a sim card plan so I can view my properties at any time.

Added locking mail box to apt (found on OfferUp for $40, usually $2700) and installed lock from Postmaster for the mailman.

Hey all, Im a GC in Northern Colorado, and buy and hold investor in SE Wisconsin (home country) My thought is to buy one off lots here in CO and "install" really nice modular homes on them.

Installation of a separate electrical service for an apartment.4.

should I pay a professional to do the work or do I attempt DIY?

For illustration purposes, the windows are a 4 week lead time so you put the window order on your card and once they are installed, your lender releases the funds and you pay down the cards.I see too many “Gurus” teaching new investors how to use credit cards to cover down payments and they teach this because it creates the false perception that anyone can buy real estate with or without savings.

I am biased but I truly believe in getting help it is not for everyone and many people are just fine DIY and this applies to all kinds of areas of expertise.