Capex is usually lower, around 2-5%, since major replacements like roofs or HVAC systems are far off.

This GP's ability to move fast and replace bad apartment managers, read where the market is going, and engage (call every LP and explain the situation during a capital call) has led to millions of investor capital being lost.

I will need to remove the carpet and replace it with something durable and cost effective. 

Like replacing the doors/ locks, etc. and  its getting frustrating.Whenever I articulate my frustrations to my wife it causes friction within our relationship I want to get this house rented asap but I wanted to get a barometer to see if perhaps my expectations are a bit unrealistic , especially with consideration that no one could get in the house due to the fleas until recently.

Updated backyard with artificial turf, painted entire exterior of home, replaced carpet with vinyl planks.

Twenty years ago I purchased an old car dealership at auction in Bryan, Texas for about 10% of REPLACEMENT value.  

I've replaced specific details with 'xxxx'.Terms of Payment (interest only): On or before March 15, 2024, Borrower shall make a prorated interest payment for the month of March 2024 in the amount of xxxx per day beginning on the date of execution of this note through March 15, 2024.

I'd like to slowly move towards the investment and property management to hopefully replace my W2 income, slowly but surely. 

Considering the high deductible on House B, I am only filing a claim for House A, and coming out of pocket for the cost of repairing or replacing the roof for House B. 

The best way to position yourself for a successful 1031 exchange is to be as proactive as you can when finding your replacement property.