I know many investors from around the world including many from Ca that have been as well.

As of December 2024, the average cost to install a solar panel system in California is $2.31 per watt, including installation. 

When looking for cash flowing markets.. a lot of investors, including myself, are looking in cities like Cleveland.

While showing one of the newly vacated units to a potential renter, he informed me that he was displaced because of the hurricanes, and that FEMA was providing him with assistance for moving, including paying his security deposit, rent, and moving costs.

In the end my buddy and I nearly broke even after we included the monthly payments that we collected.

@Mike Sferayou got some great responses to this including from @Kevin Sobilo and @Bill B.there is no right answer to this question.right now, i am looking to minimize outlays on rental properties, and am having success with seller financing. 

It should include a few exhibits attached like a scope of work, a blank change order form, a final layout illustration, and a lien waiver (for the final payout) that they sign before starting.

I am expanded my door knocking operation to include other people within my company.

@Chirag Mehta For construction costs, you should be around +/- $100 PSF which would include all sitework, utilities, and going vertical with modern finishes.  

So minimal impact to credit during the rehab process.It appraised for $173k after rehab, refinanced and paid everyone off including the seller, and walked with cash to do my next deal :)