do you acquire these properties off the MLS ?  

While it might feel like an extra charge to tenants, these packages often provide value that indirectly benefits the property owner as well—like reduced maintenance calls or ensuring the property is better protected.In my experience managing a large portfolio of properties, these fees are becoming more common due to the thin margins in property management.

FlooringScope of Work:Replace carpet in bedrooms with engineered hardwoodRefinish existing hardwood floors in common areasInstall durable tile in wet areas (bathrooms, laundry room)Estimated Cost: $20,0004.

Does anyone know how insurance companies evaluate these properties and whether or not real value can be realized for insurance for renovation? 

The area where I own this property is in Redding, CA.

Most property managers don't charge any markup.

After years of self-managing our single-family rentals, we decided to hire a property manager to provide full service management.

In NYC trying to compare like properties and eliminating co - op debt, co-ops will sell for 60% to 200% of a comparable condo.  

Common problem, no easy answer:(We try to allow our owner clients to arrange their own maintenance, but have learned the hard way there MUST be limitations:1) They can't hire our people!

Pensacola is a great market for investing and the number of properties available right now is up so there are actually some on market properties with potential.