Also if you are a green newbie as you state, contractors will see right thru you, get several estimates for all jobs.. it's worth it to you.

Not sure how to estimate per unit cost.Nate

Run the numbers this way and make sure to include property tax, capital expenditures and repair estimates at 10%, vacancy factor at 5%, property insurance, etc.

If necessary, as in for larger-ticket items, get "a couple two-tree" contractor written estimates and get your price reduction.  

Ideally you should be able to determine your target rent by knowing the rental market, looking at the condition of the units and estimating expenses.

I’m getting leads but not sure how to estimate repairs.

Hi folks.  I'm just trying to get a supremely Ball Park rehab figure for the City of Buffalo for a Rehabbed Duplex.It's actually in really good shape, so no real demo.  Needs new roof, 3 piers replaced for the Additio...

For example I have a phone script; a negotiations script; a checklist to prepare for my appointment to view the house; a checklist to estimate rehab costs that I bring with me to my appointments; and comparable analysis sheet to share with the owner.

Not just setting up an MLS search for REO properties, but finding individual listings that are undervalued and sending them to me with an ARV estimate (bonus points if they include comps to support the ARV).Turn Around Time - I want to work with a Realtor who can get offers written and back to me to sign ASAP.  

Just get repair estimates and get the current owner to come down by that much?