Since you are an investor friendly agent that drives for dollars, I would invite you to try out the AI which looks at google images and satellite images to tell you if the property is distressed.

I am not friends with these sellers but these sellers know that I am the best there is at what I do. 

I'd like to move forward with option "b".

You can wargame scenarios to decide what you think is best.On the other hand, that is a pretty sizeable rehab budget. 

Then put yourselves on a budget!

So it's just personal preference and budget for a host.

Houston's diverse, and the real estate market is buzzing.Check your budget, how much risk you can handle, and what you want from the investment.Montrose, The Heights, Eado, and Museum District are buzzin' with mid-term rental potential.Research the neighborhoods, check the rates, and do the math on costs before diving in.

I partner with a rockstar contractor and a top level investor friendly agent and if we buy right and nail our numbers, there is plenty to split at the end.  

I’d recommend using Excel or a tool like Trello or Notion to track what you need, compare deals, and stay on budget.

Knowing what to budget for when buying a home may feel intimidating — but it doesn’t have to be.