Outside of those types of issues, construction is a year round possibility.If you're flipping, you can take advantage of Fall/Winter property discounts, and plan to list the property by Jan/Feb months to beat the competition.

Round down a bit, as we are in a beach location.  

Orlando’s year-round temperate weather, coupled with no state income taxes, continues to entice both domestic and foreign investors.

The home now is in need of some big ticket maintenance items like roof, fencing, and deck.

They actually are giving away tickets for $97 bucks!

@Stephen Waldroup I know you haven't seen the property as of yet but do you have any idea of the condition of the big ticket cap ex items like furnaces, roof, windows, etc?

@Brandon RibeiroWith that Golden Ticket of 3.5% down I would go for a multi family asap.

Keep in mind we do not have known cost amounts for these repair items, and can just make estimates, and hope no other costly issues are uncovered after attacking some of the repairs.My question is, with our next interaction with the selling agent, should we:A) Ask for the major repairs be metB) Ask for a decrease in agreed upon price (without great idea of what the repairs will cost)C) A combination of both; settle with some repairs met, and a decrease in priceOur entire list is below: (keep in mind that I am not sure if all of these things need direct attention to get the unit rent-able, or if some items can be overlooked for now and deal with later as they become more of a problem)Repair List:Items that need attention before renting unit:Big Ticket Items:Install furnaceInstall all new appliancesInstall water heaterExterior electric power supply is damaged, needs repairInstall guttersNo termite treatmentNo gas meter, install newAttic decking has moisture damage, needs repairSmaller Repair Items:Install electric panel faceplate and secure exposed wiresTwo prong outlets (could not test), swap out, install GFCI where neededTrim tree limbs in contact with power linesMissing light cover under front entranceRepair kitchen windowsRepair kitchen sink leakRepair utility room leakInsulate atticSeal gaps in living room doorLoose bathroom faucetAdjust shower water pressurePatchwork performed in multiple rooms, walls are plaster on wood lathe- which I have been told can have asbestos issues once opened upDeferred Cost Items:Large tree removalTorn and missing roof shinglesSeal plumbing boots on roofRaised soffit under car portSecure electrical lines in attic, they run over attic stringers, not through them (necessary?)

Title says it all... this is in my personal residence but I’ve found BP to be a more credible source for answers than searching the web.After 2 or 3 showers the water gets cool/lukewarm, not freezing and will stay that way, can usually get away with a shower in the morning and one at night without problems but if it’s the kids in the tub and a shower that pretty much uses it up.Typical usage, nothing too long, any help?

Kind of like a round about self directed retirement account.