@Eve Oliver I don't really use CAP rates for single family homes or duplexes, they are usually utilized when purchasing larger multifamily properties.  

Have it assessed and fixed/replaced- Trim Tree Limbs---- Some tree limbs are touching the roof---- Some tree limbs are hanging and seem dangerous- Paint eves of house where paint is peeling- Clean gutters- Fix poorly attached handrail- Fix/replace windows to be functional and not have a hole through it- Have structural engineer come out an assess the structures---- The floors are unlevel in the duplex and is slightly concerning. ---- House inspector believes house has settled over the last 60 years, but would like to see a professional give an assessment Thanks,Nicholas 

They even worked through new years eve and new years day to get my offer in front of the seller3.

I am coming to you guys on the eve of my 18th birthday looking for some advice.

Eve, This is our policy on the above:     1, We will only consider wait a month or more if the rental market is weak and we have a very good candidate!     

For example, when I sold a home FHA, the inspection noted some minor flecking paint in the eves that were painted ~3 years prior ... bank would not make FHA loan because of this and I had to remedy in escrow or the deal was dead.

His brother was in a car accident on New Year's Eve, and was in a coma.

Heck eve get a twin Xl loft bed with a ladder and you will have the whole floor with more space to an office haha.

But if you ever have a tenant with no hot water on Christmas Eve or something, the old parts might save your butt

I give two options - either in the early eve or first thing in the morning.