Buy a house that needs cosmetic work, kitchen, bath, flooring, paint, lights etc and fix it up yourself while living in it for a year.

But I will shine a light on the next threat that I hear about and name the person threatening.

I usually ask prospective tenants how handy they are, and I don't want to be called coming here to change a light bulb.

Franklinton is undergoing rapid transformation, with developments like The Gravity Projects, new breweries, and an expanding arts district driving change.Safety and Future Outlook:Increased Investments: New developments bring better lighting, public spaces, and infrastructure, naturally improving safety.Community Growth: More residents and businesses create activity, discouraging crime and boosting the neighborhood's vibrancy.Police and Outreach: Enhanced patrols and local organizations address crime and substance issues.While challenges remain, ongoing investments and gentrification make Franklinton safer and more attractive.

think about it:-when you buy a property, you'll have a down payment, closing costs, rent-ready costs, costs to get set up with a PM, a commission to place a tenant... maybe some light repairs after the tenant moves in...

The open concept of Biggerpockets is great and conducive to shedding light on all the different aspects of Real Estate Investing and for that I am truly Thankful!

Thank you in advance for anyone that can shed some light on this or point me in the direction of good materials to read!

Cap-ex was needed for:* Original 1960s kitchen, appliances out of order* Original 1960s Pepto Bismol colored tiles in the bathroom* Tobacco and marijuana stains/odor in every room* Stained carpet covering damaged hardwood* Broken side door from forced entry by police* Zero recessed lighting with 3 layers of blinds on every window* Lots of trash in the basement both on the floor and mounted to the joists overheadCheck out the Zillow listing at: https://www.zillow.com/homes/119-Jasper-Pl-Alexandria,-VA-22...What made you interested in investing in this type of deal?

Some of your quotes from this thread will be used as supporting material in the production.As some of you may have guessed, a lot of information about her has been removed since her case came to light so it's sort of difficult to piece this story togetherIf anyone has any information they'd like to share that would help paint a clearer picture of her actions and the damage she's caused, please reach out to me.

At that time for example Frisco was about 5000 people with one flashing red light.