They want to make is nice and shiny, but often what lurks below the surface is crap

Hi Everyone - It may seem insignificant on the surface, but I'm actually struck by the fact that I'm finally posting on the BP success stories forum!  

I have a long way to go just to scratch the surface of what knowledge some of you bring here.

Otherwise, there are too many wild cards that WILL surface.  

If I have a large window then I count it as 2 windows.Bathroom sink and faucet: $150.Carpet: $1.80/SqFt.Replace a broken window: $150/pane.Remove an oil stain from a concrete surface: $75/stain.Repaint interior of property: $1/SqFt of living space (assuming the walls are not a dark color which might require two coats of paint).How did I obtain these costs?

Apparently landlords are supposed to rip out all finished surfaces and check their sewer lines periodically to make sure they aren't leaking?

@Logan Drew I have not researched any other out of state markets and yet to have scratch the surface on Ohio.

With regards to their program, I think making a lot of blind offers and using an algorithm to pick the offer price is just barely scratching the surface.

On the surface it appears that the simple laws of supply and demand are in play - a growing work force is chasing relatively few properties which is forcing home prices up - nothing unusual there.  

Cash will be king again -- both BRRR and flip opportunities will re-surface.