So spend NO money on advertising and use that money to make our product stand out.. this has led us to raise our prices Far above our competition more than makes up for it and we sell them as fast as we can build them.. for us thats delivering 2.5 homes per month. 

With fresh paint throughout inside and out, brand-new roof, dual HVAC systems, updated water heater, stainless steel appliances, lighting fixtures, outlets, countertops, and PEX plumbing just to name a few.

If the first violation is in January and the second is in August, I would say enough time has passed that we could count the second violation as a fresh-start first violation.

What is the best way to find good general contractors (reasonably priced, delivers on time, committed to quality) ?

Anything over that could mean that the property is overstaffed, or it could mean that management is delivering a very high level of service such as in a luxury property that has a doorman and all sorts of staff that you don't typically see in garden style apartments.

We are dedicated to delivering comprehensive real estate investment services designed to help our clients achieve their goals.You bring the deal; we bring the funding! 

Now for the house you are leaving behind…I like to have this one freshly painted, and take action on any maintenance items.  

We saw a large influx of section 8 re-inspections (and even new inspections) coming back and saying that the properties needed fresh paint, new countertops, etc.

Do a better job and get more bookings.Don't overpromise and under deliver.

Another old buddy in San Antonio picked up a modest fourplex a few years back, and while it never turned into a headline-worthy success, those steady rent checks stacked up over time as local employers brought in fresh workers.