I'd love any and all recommendations on subs across: electrical, plumbing, tile, demo, framing/drywall, fireplace/ chimney experts Please also let me know if you have any recommendations on housekeeping or airbnb management. 

. 🎉 I’m still finalizing things with my lender, but before I move forward, I want to be 100% sure I’m covering all the key steps.Here’s the checklist I’ve put together so far:Home inspection – to catch any hidden issues.Appraisal – to confirm the property’s value matches the offer.Financing contingency – securing my loan approval without surprises.Title search – ensuring there are no liens or legal issues.Seller disclosures – reviewing any known problems upfront.Neighborhood research – making sure the area fits my investment goals.Are there any crucial steps I’m missing or anything you think I should focus on more?

.- All hardware should be present, property secured, and in good working order (e.g. door stops, light fixtures, faucets, toilet paper holder, hand & bath towel bars, drawer/cabinet pulls, hinges, door knobs/locks, etc.).- Carpets must be professionally cleaned or, if necessary, replaced if there is excessive wear.- The yard must be in good order with no debris, either natural or other.

You absolutely need to get copies of all the leases, AND, before closing I definitely suggest you get estoppel agreements signed by the tenants verify their current rent, security deposits, and any other important terms.

We negotiated a favorable deal by assessing the needed renovations and offering $60,000 to secure it quickly.

Experts are divided?

I’m looking forward to starting this journey and securing financial freedom for my family for years to come! 

Things are explained well without a lot of fluff talk most of the other experts, gurus, etc. do.

If you can secure insurance that doesn't kill the deal, and you find a good deal, then I would assume all works. 

Personal loan secured by the property: Same deal, no verbiage that I see making it appear that this is personally guaranteed3.