If the stairs are now stained I would leave it that way and only touch up what is already paintedI don't see any reason to do anywhere near a 10K make over.

I am not overly-handy (I never owned tools until I bought a duplex) - so far I've done basic electric (installing an outlet, adding a junction box, putting in receptacles, removing breakers, fixing a 3 way switch -- all things an electrician wouldn't touch -- or would charge a couple hundred bucks to do, cost me about 7 dollars - literally), replaced an exterior door, removed rotten siding and put up new siding along with replacing the plywood behind it, re-built the rotten framing of a garage wall, installed a ceiling fan, and just about a thousand other things along the way.

I wouldn't touch that transaction; if California has adopted the UFTA, that not only is a transfer not-for-value, but also a transfer to an insider, and should be rescindable, whether you keep it or wholesale it.

Most of the time, buyer has their taste and would be doing touch ups anyway.

Know the entire scope of your plan, and don't let a sledgehammer touch the home until you have FULL approvals. 

Thank you, Brandon - will touch base.

I am trying so hard to get in touch with them, but they are not responding to my emails and voice messages.

You you know of any Wholesalers in the area that you can put me in touch with?

This deal was made possible simply by reaching out to the seller, keeping in touch over the course of a few years (in a neighborly manner, not as an investor).

I can handle multiple vacancies and multiple major repairs all at once without touching my regular income, credit cards, or savings.Your reserve may also take into consideration your personal finances.