Paint, flooring might be all you need to get it rent ready.

I just got called from WODA companies to bid a $500,000 paint job in the center of hilltop.

So, we still have personal items in our basement and garage that we need to clean out before renter ready, along with painting etc.

Their insights highlight the necessity for a careful approach to vapor barriers and insulation, emphasizing compatibility with the building's original design and moisture management needs.Here's the plan:Ceilings/Attic Floors: Elevate insulation to R-38 or above, incorporating vapor retarder paint or smart vapor retarders for optimal moisture management.Walls: Boost insulation to R-13 or more, utilizing smart vapor retarders or materials with adjustable permeability.Basements, Crawl Spaces: Increase insulation to R-19, targeting ground moisture and internal humidity control.Materials: Opt for eco-friendly, breathable insulation and vapor barrier materials that preserve the building's historic charm.This meticulous approach elevates the property's energy efficiency and moisture management, enhancing its value and ensuring a profitable return without compromising its architectural integrity.I'd like to hear your thoughts, experiences, or any advice you might have on integrating vapor barriers and insulation in renovating historic properties.

Keeping aside all the management issues during the time they were getting the house ready for rental again - simple things like paint and cleaning took 2 months before they put the house back on the market.

They should be able to paint a realistic picture along with setting reasonable expectations.

Value add opportunities come in countless forms—it can be as simple as painting the walls, or as in-depth as building a DADU and sub-dividing the lot.

This property will not be fancy, and will be painted the same color throughout (walls, ceilings, trim, etc.).What "white" paint would you recommend for a Section 8 property that should give me the best results?

Think paint, deck, countertops, flooring and removing the 1990s curtains.

Heating/AC, appliances, electrical, windows, paint, etc.