There’s huge retal income potential if you nail that balance between improvements that wow tenants and improvements that merely look fancy but don’t justify higher rents.I’d also keep an eye on how your high end plan fits the local demand.

Please advise.ThanksMel I'd recommend a local Independent Agency that has access to multiple markets including surplus lines

It's really not that difficult, only takes an email or two to the local creditor's rights attorney in the state to get the ball rolling. 

I am new to real estate investing and looking to connect with any local (DMV) investor.

I found this property through my network of local real estate professionals and direct outreach.

probably a wholesale company.. get a second opinion from a local RE agent so you dont get hosed. 

If I had known then what I know now, I would not have used them.Stick to you local guys you can talk to.

@Robert Spiegel Great question, and it’s always a balancing act when dealing with long-term tenants who’ve been fantastic overall.Based on my experience managing over 1,200 rental homes in North Texas, including areas like Dallas, Fort Worth, Plano, and Frisco, here’s how I would approach this:Cleaning Charge: While $540 may feel steep, it can vary depending on the size of the property and local market rates.

I'm looking at small multifamiles and won't have an issue with capital thankfully.I am in Arkansas and looking to stay local-ish initially.

Depending on the salaries of the new jobs they may also price out the local residents on new home sales which would further drive up the price.