Hi there, I'm David Kanarfogel, an attorney based on Long Island with extensive experience across commercial real estate and CRE finance.

Hey @Jerry Nogueras - I was in your shoes too, born in NYC, and lived between there and Long Island. 

I'm a 26 year old from Long Island hoping to acquire my first rental property by the end of the year.

Earthquake damage is limited to certain parts of the island (IE Mayaguez and southern, south-west).

. Install bar island (12 inches) on half wall. Install two pendant lights above the half wall. Install new tile on kitchen floor, including floor cement board and tile. Install new appliances (refrigerator, range, microwave, dishwasher, and garbagedisposal). Run dedicated electrical lines to the refrigerator, range, microwave, dishwasher, and garbage disposal. Install faucet and cabinet hardware. Install all necessary plumbing Install backsplash. Move outlet from behind range to more optimal location Install GFCI outlets within 4 feet of each other along counter space.o At Least two dedicated lines – all on GFCI breakers and at least one GFCI outletper circuit Install dedicated electrical circuits as follows:o Microwave: Dedicated 20-amp circuit (12/2 NM wire with a ground).o Garbage disposal: Dedicated 15-amp circuit (14/2 NM cable with a ground).o Refrigerator: Dedicated 20-amp circuit (12/2 NM wire).o Gas range: Dedicated 120-volt, 20-amp circuit (12/2 NM cable).o Dishwasher: Dedicated 15-amp circuit (14/2 NM cable with a ground).Bathroom Demolish existing bathroom elements. Install new cement board on floor and tub surround.o Seal with cement tape and red guard Install new fan, light, mirror, vanity, and replace toilet lid. Remove old tile and install new tile. Install new hardware and replace any old drain and supply lines. Install niche and tile from bathtub to ceiling. Install new bathtub and GFCI outlet. Light and fan on same switch Install all necessary plumbingLiving Room Install sliding door board trim. Install spot lights. Install 3-way switches in the hallway, living area and staircase (where marked). Install new air vent covers.Hallway/Staircase Install 10-inch LED light. 3-way switch (one near kitchen other near bedroom) Place laminate with Metal bullnose Install spotlights over staircase and one at landing at the bottomo lights on 3 way switchesBalcony Paint railing. Replace lightBedrooms Install spotlights in bedroom (up to four per bedroom). Install new fan. Spackle, sand, and paint. Paint closets and shelving, ensuring proper installation of shelves. Install spotlight in walk-in closet.Outside Paint stair railing. Install or repair 2 doorbells. Install or repair 2 exterior lights.Materials Included Cement/hardy board, drywall material. Granite slab for countertop and bar. Kitchen sink (D shape). Setting materials (thinset, grout, drywall tape, red guard, etc.). Baseboards, door, and balcony trim. Plumbing materials (excluding fixtures). Fastener screws.Total labor cost: $13,000

Amazing updated kitchen with large island with storage.

I live in New York and majority of the inventory on Long Island is too expensive for even renting. 

Short-term rentals (STRs) are highly regulated, particularly downtown, so areas like Mount Pleasant, James Island, and North Charleston may offer more flexibility.

15-20% for STR and MTR here in Alabama.We have a STR on Dauphin Island and that PM charges 24% but a "lot" of routine maintenance is covered in that.

I also see a lot of new villa fit-outs in Jumeirah Islands.