Sounds like a classic case of the churn and burn firm focusing on how many returns they can do in a year versus how much value they can add.

For most people, it's a classic case of not knowing what they don't know.If you're serious about evaluating that path, feel free to DM me with any specific questions.  

The style of room you are talking about is reminiscent of classic row house; railroad center room, windowless bathrooms (well, they mostly had windows, but it was really only for ventilation through the roof).If it is, depending on where the doors are sagging will tell you a lot about the condition of the bones of the house.

Whether this is classic BRRRR or not, my goal was to minimize my out of pocket cash invested.Another way to learn from this is to look at the numbers and back into what I "should have paid" for the property. 

A classic 'Rich Dad Poor Dad' approach.

Here are two:Multi-Family Millions - Dave Lindahl is a classic in the field.The Competitive Guide to Buying Apartment Buildings by Steve Berges

It's a classic arbitrage plus you get other potential benefits like appreciation and rent growth that could make you rich.And you're taking on no risk.

Where Saved MoneyThe CabinetsWe used the base product line by Wolf called Wolf Classic.

It is also a classic case of the metrics not telling the whole story, without some additional digging.Spartanburg and Greenville counties are on fire, everyone knows this.

This is a classic turnaround play that reminds me somewhat of a Class C we did in 2003-4, although ours was about 3 times bigger and in a different market.