While there’s no perfect formula, there are a few methods you can use to get as close as possible:For maintenance and repairs, a good rule of thumb is to budget 1%–2% of the property’s value annually.

Let’s Connect and discover ways to Work together, exchange Ideas, and create Value for each other’s Goals.Thank you, and I look forward to hearing from you!

If you can brand yourself as someone with a strong track record of getting VA buyers to the closing table efficiently, realtors will take notice and vouch for you and your clients as offers are submitted and this will show tremendous value to borrower clients.  

We are asking the current tenants to leave as the property is not in optimal condition we like to have our rentals and we would like to fix it up to increase value and rents.

How did you add value to the deal?

So the idea of doing this all from afar is a bit daunting, however, I know the most important thing here will be to create a great team and outsource as much as possible.I have set my sights on a couple of different markets being in the Southeast and the Midwest; these markets seem to provide the cash flow I am initially interested in generating to value add to the properties I purchase.

If you are open to value add strategy, small multis have potential for not only traditional forced appreciation but also the ability to see major rent increases.  

It depends on the property.... is it value add where there's also a construction component or merely a management improvement opportunity?

How did you add value to the deal?

Stand out, be unique, and offer something of value that you would love if you were a traveler (cleaning service, amenities, a theme, etc.)Happy to help you find a place if you want some help on the agent side.