.- Most cities do NOT care if an owner lives in basement, but will not allow a tenant to unless baement has legal egress window.3) Check local statutes if any limitations on how many unrelated roommates are allowed.4) Check with local building dept to see if rental inspections and corresponding requirements.5) Local statutes allow locks on bedroom doors?

Hi everyone,  I'm just about to start the renovation phase of my next flip house in Deltona, Florida and I'm trying to find a good budget friendly place to find decent kitchen cabinets? 

If your investment window is 20 years and you buy todays technology you may well have a better result than waiting 10 years and having half the investment window to buy.

I’ve found that putting in a bit of effort upfront, like when I upgraded my kitchen with discounted German appliances delivered straight to the US, makes things run smoother in the long run.

Start with your primary, rent out any spare bedrooms "house hack"Use that to practice upgrades, kitchen, bathroom, curb appeal... etcNow you have experience as a landlord and flipper, use that to buy a distressed propertyAdd 40% equity to the property through home makeover, refinance into a low cost mortgageNow you are cashflowing a healthy margin on a second property, use that to build equity over time, cashout later and buy your duplex/quad.If it's going to take you 10 years to save up a down payment for a small apartment building, yeah it makes more sense to start growing your portfolio with cheap SFR flips instead.Every market is different, every borrower is different, every property is different, it would be ill-advised to recommend anything without recognizing the individual's nuanced goals and objectives with their next acquisition.

Look for properties with outdated kitchens or bathrooms, as these updates often yield high returns.

And the calculation windows for when interest is assessed would probably surprise most people, it's generally not what one thinks it is so often waiting to that statement does often incur interest charges. 

Look for homes with updated systems—new plumbing, HVAC, roofing, and windows are essential for long-term value and tenant satisfaction.

Sell: The home is stunning, with features like a 2-story wall of windows and a central, convenient location.

No additional locks shall be placed on doors or windows.