Just clean it up and paint it semi gloss white on the walls and ceiling , paint the floor gray and add some lights .

I understand that expenses like water, electric, gas, internet, etc. are all variables and change depending on multiple factors, but I'm looking to see if people out there have any Go-To websites they use to get accurate or at least semi-accurate estimations of these types of expenses. 

I understand that expenses like water, electric, gas, internet, etc. are all variables and change depending on multiple factors, but I'm looking to see if people out there have any Go-To websites they use to get accurate or at least semi-accurate estimations of these types of expenses.

Now that I'm a semi-permanent resident in a market, I'd like to network with fellow investors.

I'm very new to the investor game, so my goal with the first purchase is:A place that my partner and I would want to live in for 1-3+ yearsCap Rate of 3-4% minimumCash flow as close to $100/a door as possibleHave cash leftover to (A) start the slush fund for this property, ~$5-10k and (B) less vital: start building the pot for Property #2 within the next 2 years Note: I am semi risk-averse, not looking to over leverage right out the gateI'm looking for this first purchase to be a base hit, not a home run, as @Brandon Turner says.Property 1:DuplexPurchase Price $275,000Rental Income: $1000/unit Location: North Side of town (Northern Barton Heights), up and coming.

It could be that there are two parcels owned by the same person, thus making this "duplex" really "semi-attached" housing.

The thought of a semi-passive income with rentals while being able to work seems to be what my studying revolves around.

She also is semi-retired and works part time.

Would it make sense for us to use an FHA 3.5% loan to buy a semi-luxury house and house hack it for a year by the door.

We were able to buy a home, have a child, and allow her to semi-retire while building her own business.