Do not BUY a system from a "guru", work with the local wholesalers, ask people on BP, go to the REIA (leave your wallet at home) and meet other wholesalers, network, network, network NOW.

If you take the right steps to insulate your real estate investment and remember to unplug your appliances when they aren’t being used, you can keep your wallet stuffed and your property value high.

I would paint the cabinets, put new hardware on the cabinets, install a new countertop/backsplash.

Accreditation really just means you've got a fat red target on your wallet..   

Big Box, local hardware, plumbing supply? 

It’s 8$ at most hardware stores .

Mostly cosmetic enhancements were made on the property.New bathroom vinyl flooringNew ToiletNew Ceiling fanPainted old kitchen cabinets bright white with new Hardware handles.Installed RefrigeratorAdded Blinds Replaced all wall outlet coversReplaced upstairs unit Sink faucet with new modern hook faucetWhat was the outcome?

I’m hoping they haven’t come up with any new way to get in my wallet since I now won’t have to pay the $5k impact fees (thank you SB 13).

In short, I have the body and the mind of an older investor, and the wallet of a younger investor. :-) I have not run across a lot of other folks from West Michigan here.

Also try visiting the hardware suppliers in your area at 7am in the morning, next time you are in town.