(Previous rent was $1,300 but we're about to put in a brand new kitchen from the studs, new flooring throughout the house, new furance, adding A/C, etc).So do we just pay for it all upfront and mostly drain all of our savings, or do I let the rent pay for it and utilize our other savings to get a second property this spring/summer to increase our cashflow? 

In other words, FB marketplace cast offs won't be the best fit unless you're lucky enough to come by some Pottery Barn or West Elm or brands like that. 

Simple things like a branded email at your domain and a website can open a lot of doors. 

I specialize in portraits... so, headshots, family portraits, lifestyle and branding content, boudoir, and anything else where humans are photographed. 

Now I am brand new to real estate so this could be dumb but I'm reading Brandon Turners "Rental Property Investing" book and I was intrigued by chapter 3 where he list out 4 plans to start with when getting into real estate.

In Phoenix, a 1996 build is practically brand new when compared to a WWI-era home in Cleveland or Pittsburgh or some other Midwest or East coast city.While I agree that older homes come with more problems, buying something newer may not work as the price will be higher and won't cash flow as well.I'm of the mindset to buy what fits your budget and investment goals.

on a brand new house with brand new everything that rents for $2000 a month - it might be fine. 

., brands, grades).Referenced drawings or blueprints.Agreed working hours (e.g., 8 AM–5 PM, Mon–Fri due to HOA rules).The clearer your scope, the fewer misunderstandings you’ll face.Signatures:Always have the subcontractor sign first, then you sign.

We also have one LTR in Wilmington , NC that we bought brand new and have an excellent tenant in.  

Square footage is roughly 1600 sqft.Could use minor cosmetic rehab on the outside to make it look pretty, inside is brand new however.