. - (DIY) Insulation/air sealing upgrades in attic and crawlspace- (DIY) Kitchen, Bathroom, and Laundry Remodel- (DIY) Refinish existing wood floors on main floor (and carpet upstairs if budget allows)- (DIY) Interior painting (and misc. drywall and plaster repair from other upgrades)The good:- Foundation is in great shape, house is level and square (as much as possible for 110 year old house) - Interior is bone dry with no rot or mold- Roof had a full re-sheath/replacement last year- Exterior siding is meh but in good condition with decent paint- Windows are original wood w/storms but well maintained with historic value.- Eventually we'll add a second bathroom on the second floor directly above the existing bathroom. - Some charming original details (porch, molding, doors, wood floors, fireplace)- I'm an architect by trade and both my father and father-in-law have construction experience and are willing to help with the remodel.What options do I have to finance this and do a significant amount of work myself?

It's Terry Bontemps, hello guys just wanted to put my own spin on this since my name is being used.

The investment may spin off a great cash flow, but appreciation is a questionable variable.

Some Realtors will show you properties you can afford, all you need to do is say no before you spin your wheels!

I consider myself a friendly guy and would even buy you a coffee but I would not write hundreds of offers hoping that one sticks, drive for dollars for you or otherwise spin the proverbial wheels.Writing a little something about you, your qualifications, your criteria and timetable might just help other people when they are making recommendations to you.

That particular person may just be tired of landlording, but also doesn't want to potentially take a hit due to buyers' concerns about moratoriums.It's interesting to read the different spins put on this ruling.

Head spinning,Tevis

In other words if your monthly obligation is 3,000 then you should have 18,000 ( 6 months) in reserves because even if you line up business right away it takes 2 to 3 months to close.Before you move to your next firm you need to define what kind of real estate you want to do.Residential ( working with investors, working with homebuyers, short sales, new home subdivision sales, leasing, etc.)OR CommercialYou need to find your path first or you are spinning wheels going nowhere.

Sometimes in this business you can do all of the right stuff, and still spin your wheels.

Just wish there was some decent money on the other end...I'm going to call the note holder tomorrow and see what his spin is.