This can range from minor cosmetic upgrades like new paint and flooring to more extensive work such as replacing the roof or plumbing.

If it’s just cosmetic, like a fresh coat of paint or minor fixes, it’s probably worth it.

Rows of debris and personal belongings line the streets, and upon closer inspection, some of it resembles a yard sale.It’s heartbreaking to see people throwing away brand-new TVs, washers, dryers, paintings, family photos, and boxes of clothes.

A tenant may only be evicted on this basis if the property is being demolished or if renovations will a) substantially modify or replace a structural, plumbing, electrical, or mechanical system, and require permits, or b) remove unsafe materials, such as lead paint, mold, or asbestos, from the unit.

You can always add a coat of paint, replace kitchen cabinets, but you can't move a house (well you can, but that's another thread!).

It can be a lot of work at times but its definitely not enough to live on because I don't put enough money back for the big stuff- things like say a new roof, new carpet, fence, painting building, HVAC repairs, etc.  

I can give you an example in my market here in Cbus for SFH 1,200 sqft:Roof - $7k to $9k Siding - $9k Windows - $450/window labor + material Flooring - $5/sqft Paint - $3k to $4kStandard Kitchen - $7k Standard bathroom - $5k This is just a general idea from what I am seeing. 

Simplify as many standard processes such as online rent payment, leases, apartment turns, paint, and other materials, and re-key all locks to a master system.

And no one is being negative, they are painting a realistic picture of the outlook for you.

In the 6 months I'll be doing some rehab (paint, floors, some fixtures, new island, etc.).