If salespersons weren't effective at justifying higher prices and conveying value, BMW and Ford wouldn't use them to sell their cars....That also explains why my 100% remodeled from head to toe houseThe bid and/or invoice from the general contractor detailing every little thing that was done is certainly something the appraiser should be shown!

If some local entrepreneurs (Quicken, Ford) hadn't put a lot of money in locally, it would be in even worse shape than it is.

Your learning will start when you realize how much money you didn't lose because you only used imaginary money.When I was growing up, I was going to be the next Thomas Edison and Henry Ford.

Pros - My PM is fair and honest, makes reasonable decisions, is a decent handyman, builds valuable relationships, is easy to contact, is very cost effective, strong and handsome.Cons - My PM tends to read the news and drink coffee too long in the mornings, takes too long for lunch, randomly stops working in the afternoon, will spend 8 hours working on something that takes a professional two hours, drives a crappy Ford Ranger and buys work clothes at Goodwill and is neither strong nor handsome.

@James Ford how many homes are you talking about?

https://www.courier-journal.com/story/money/companies/2019/08/29/ford-motor-co-invest-millions-louisville-kentucky-assembly-plant/2124179001/This is actually pretty important because their is always a threat of the unioning calling a strike.

;)Ryan Ford Sounds like a pretty ideal situation to me since you'll have physical presence and can build connections in both places.

Welcome to the site @Chris Ford

Don't miss The BiggerPockets Podcast - they are great for learning how others are finding success.Oh - and be sure to set up some Keyword Alerts- especially for "Des Moines" so you'll be notified when people mention it here in the forums.Thanks again for introducing yourself!

Most repairs are under $500 and eligible for De Minims Safe Harbor.