EACH UNIT FRESHLY PAINTED, NEWER WINDOWS, ORIGINAL HARDWOOD FLOORS IN 2 APARTMENTS, 2 APARTMENTS WITH CARPET. 4 CAR GARAGE BEING USE AS ADDITIONAL STORAGE.

And even if you remain in real estate, this approach allows you to start over with a fresh depreciation schedule in the new property. 

I don't do business this way (spamming people to beg for sales) but if I did, I'd actually prefer them call me back fresh so I can feel them out and pitch them properly.

You want to be sure the lender you choose has navigated them before.Can help you strategize the lending piece for this purchase AND purchases in the futureIs an investor themselvesGetting a loan as a college student, or someone fresh out of college can be tricky.

Pretty fresh meat here.

I undertook a pretty thorough cosmetic rehab of the property, which included new floors on the main level; fresh paint on all walls, trim, windows, and doors; new countertop and sink in kitchen; new stainless steel appliances; new tub and surround and painted/updated bathroom; and epoxy paint to floor of basement.

My process:Pulled all the flooring outSteam washed the walls, windows, cabinetsFollowed up with hand-washing using a vinegar mixPainted with an oil-based Kilz primerPaintedPut in new flooringIt's been two years and it still smells like fresh paint and carpet.

It's extra important here to use fresh new razor and/or utility blades here.2.

You will never have a better chance to start fresh with less drama.

At least have the decency to actually look at the property and of course we all use the inspection contingency to uncover unknown issues in attics, crawl spaces, basements and many other areas that require a full inspection.