I was tentatively hired, though no official paperwork, to help this RE Investing company to advise, improve, and streamline all of their Marketing efforts to acquire, buy, and sell properties.

This includes renovating (to the level of the neighborhood) and making sometimes significant improvements to prevent issues.

Keep in mind that some improvements and renovations you have made over the years will likely increase your basis in the property and decrease you capital gains.Make sure you find a CPA who specializes in real estate, rather than someone who works with all industries.

My husband started in his first property In 1999 house hacking a duplex and making improvements.

I could also improve the numbers should I convert any of them to a short term rental. 

So these days, you don't have to drive very far in Houston to spot crews of local dirt contractors out there widening/expanding/improving bayous, creeks, ditches and what-have-you.  

Save it for the next deal and improvements. 

Having these facilities within a short walking, driving, or biking distance will dramatically improve quality of life and easier integration into the community.

Some improvements to the property are:Exterior steps and walkwaysWasher dryer added in all unitsNew stainless steel appliances: dishwasher, microwavehood, fridge, stove  (all the old tenants owned their own)Flooring for the garden unit, refinished the other unitsGranite counter topsPatch drywall and fresh paint on walls and trimUnexpected items list to name a few:Foundation cracks - fixed nowBathroom vents not actually venting - fixed nowRoof leak patch - heavy rains following closing made it apparentAttic plumbing came apart in the walls - previous contractor may not have properly glued?

We got quotes for new system and they range from 14k to 25k for high efficiency.