We typically estimate standard costs for these items but get them done much cheaper with our own crew.

Thanks ChrisIt would great if you could help me understand the type of data analysis needed and if you need such service which I can be of help.

A good lender should understand that.

@Shaylynn O'Learyi understand the frustration of living in a high cost market and looking at the appealing price points in those other markets. 

Also any recommendations on any learning docs available to understand SDIRA betterThanks Is there a reason they have to be local?

I do need to diversify though and get into the market at some point but I dont understand it like I do RE.  

I typically look at Zillow, centimeter and BP to get a full understanding of what rents are in the area to get the best estimate of what a property would rent for. 

If you buy primary you only exclude $750k loan interest if you itemize deductions instead of taking standard.

Depending on these answers one lender who charges 3 points could theoretically have lower total transactional costs than a lender who charges only 2 points and its important to understand all fees associated with each lenders origination process. 

We focus on CapEX before beauty. as a realtor we understand selling or renting homes you have to make the home function, Roofing, windows, electrical and plumbing. after we address these we focused on beautify making sure the upgrades match the area and is forward thinking with color scheme, flooring, and flow.