Many new flippers overestimate their renovation budgets.

Then it will be legal to have a larger number of animals.

That's it, but a) print out a page for each property you think is comparable, b) make the list of repairs long and inclusive of everything you've done. c) Put larger items first like kitchen remodel......and don't just say 'kitchen remodel', list things like 'custom backsplash tile/Bosch appliances/recessed can lighting/pot filler/etc. d) Cite the price/value of the work done, and don't be afraid to be generous.

For the first time in years I’ve noticed many of the larger apartment complexes even offering the first month free to fill vacant units, so it’s clear that demand is down.

Honestly, I think this might be more symptomatic of larger issues in the real estate world in general.

I'm wondering if, since the plots are connected, I can move some of the square feet from the larger one, so that they're both over the "6,500 square feet for lots of record" threshold.

These loan types allow you to do up to 90% of the purchase price and 100% of the renovations financed as long as you meet experience, credit, and LTC/ LTARV requirements based on an appraisal or virtual inspection.

Across ten doors I've had three turnovers in five years and one of the ladies that moved out (she wanted a larger house) still calls me occasionally to see if I have something available again. 

I would say your first year is just for drinking from the fire hose, even if it means taking a larger split and not earning as much commission.

The deal was successful and later on we sold the property at a significant profit and 1031 to something larger.