I have been trying to get started in investing in RE in Canada.

The holes in the boards were there to hold the plaster (because they did not have spackle yet and still had to plaster), just like the wood lathe would. you can repair the cracks just like you would in drywall, i would recommend cleaning out all loose plaster, using a mesh tape and for the first coat some 45 minute easy sand, this product will dry fast and ready for you to put another coat of it or spackle on it, but you may want to solve why you got the cracks in the first place before repairing, usually something needs re supporting. the wire mesh you talk of in the corners can be cut with a sawzall or you can use a drywall hammer and chop it out at the corner ( if your aim is good ) this can be removed and easily patched then with the drywall, just make sure to wear gloves and safety glasses when doing so.

My insurance costs went up dramatically after year 1 in one of my properties so I asked around to other local RE investors and found this contact. - Chris Kersey 

The GC hired an electrician for a complete house re-wire and a plumber for a complete house re-plumb.

Miguelli - When I first got serious about RE investing it was about 2005 and the market looked a lot like it does today; prices were very high and cash flow was very low.

Theresa, I actually re-did the entire quote with realistic labor times for the ones that were simple enough to use common sense.

I don't want to go through the re-zoning process. 

Looking to re-invest, and was hoping to snag something in the Bay Area because it's always been prime, and appreciation (in most areas in the peninsula) was almost guaranteed. 

I Came Across BIgger Pockets A Few Months Ago And I’ve Been Excited About RE Ever Since!

The Redemption Price for an Alabama foreclosure starts with the final auction bid price on the courthouse steps, NOT the amount the foreclosure buyer (whether bank or 3rd party investor) re-sells the property for.