Ive came to the realIzatIon that I want to learn how to use, fund and afford general contractors to upgrade my properties freeing me up to hunt out other deals vs me working crazy hours at my job plus doing all the work myself which at this stage in my life is not really plausible.

For fear of sounding like a trite broken record, It's such a huge struggle to find reliable people.

There was a lot of wear and tear type upgrades needed. 

However, you can offer the tenant upgrades for increased rent.

We look to see what others are offering in terms of amenities and upgrades and what they are getting in return for their efforts in rent revenue. put yourself in the mind of your potential customers. 

I know that's not the typical real estate investment, and they are somewhat like mobile homes that depreciate in value, however, for us we were able to build and move it for $30k, and now 2.5 years later we have broken even on that investment (THOW vs.

You force the tenants to upgrade or leave while you concentrate on the common areas.

I'm thinking I might buy with VA load, hold on to it for about 5 years, and then sell for an upgrade.  

My main concern is that we will have to take a step back or a pause in investing but want to eventually upgrade housing.  

The Covelli Center has truly brought new life to Youngstown, a gorgeous new Hilton was built nearby, and they've recently broken ground on an outdoor amphitheater.