For example, buyers in these areas typically aren't expecting granite countertops and floor to ceiling tile in the bathrooms. 

I'm having new carpet, paint and countertops put in but not doing a full rehab...just cleaning things up and doing the basics so end buyer can complete to their taste or rent it as is.

Property required:Flooring changeKitchen remodel (Counter tops, floors, cabinets and appliances)bathroom remodelroof minor patches (minor repairs for leaking skylight roof)Swimming Pool resurfaced and heater repairedpaint jobminor touch ups in lawnsome cosmetics needed as is built in 80's.any recommendations on GC serving for the area would be appreciated.

(New roof, counter tops, hvac, etc…).

We like the condo fix & flip being limited to basic renovations such as hardwood, countertops, paint schemes.

ARV = $220,000- $180,000Listed at = $99,900Projected offer price = $85,000Estimated Rehab $60,000 - $50,000Holding Costs = $11,000Realtor, Closing = $19,900Estimated After-Tax Profit = $22,000PROs:Brand New HVAC system with ducting installedBrand New thermo windows installed throughoutBeautiful hard wood floors on the first floor (need refinishing)Tall ceilings (has a drop down ceiling right now though)CONS:Only 1 Bathroom on 2nd floor, going to add a half-bath on first floorHas drop down ceiling on first floor and plaster walls Kitchen needs to be completely reconfigured and floor leveledI want to knock out a wall between the kitchen and dining room and make a kitchen with an island and either quartz or granite countertops.  

New roof, central air, plumbing, countertops, flooring, paint, updated plumbing, electrical, etc.

- Kitchen Countertops (Granite,Corian,Laminate?)

We had him paint, install counter tops and fix our fence.

Homes can be purchased off the MLS for a great value, simple things like a quartz counter top can put a house miles ahead of the competition, relationships go a long way and best of all, there's very little competition from other investors.