The CCIM designation is a big plus but not required.

Design your own value add project.

Which is the best depends on your goals and how you want to design your deals.

Cleaning out the property - the designated next-of-kin and executor will be responsible for removing and dispersing the deceased tenant’s belongings before the lease period is over.Unfortunately, it does look like this can be a long process and patience will be needed as you will be dealing with an estate. 

Most STR markets are really crowded so it takes thoughtful design to make your property stand out.

The drafter will tell you what the expected timeline for design will be, timing for permits with city, what the lot and zoning allow you to do… etc The contractor : has to be someone that knows how to do the work (experience), is not too expensive so that the investment makes sense at the end, but is also not unrealistically cheap, to the point that they won't finish the project or they will simply run off with your money… Assuming you have an honest and experienced well priced contractor, then they will give you an understanding of costs for the entire project (a ball park bc you won't know 100% until you get RTI permits from the city (approval)). 

I enjoy buying properties, designing them, and seeing the end product. 

So you can’t use his design without his permission.

Choose the path that best fits your learning style and your schedule.Interactive Bootcamps - Designed to deliver a structured and organized learning experience over the course of 10 weeks.

Please note the information provided below is a layman's definition designed to provide a basic understanding for the general audience.