No matter how crappy the condition of that house, there are design/architectural elements and construction/material quality that disappears in the late 1950s in most areas.

I just like seeing the different architectural styles people are doing, what finishes they're using, etc.

I am just over a month into this project and the first month was mostly design, architecture, hard bids, selection of subs, and selection of finish products (cabinetry, toilets, sinks, faucets, etc.).So you can get an idea of what this home looks like at purchase, here are a few before photos:And here are some photos during the demo stage:This last photo is the great room where we are framing in the open beam ceiling to allow for new can lights and new drywall.

He may have done the architectural grading, improvement plans but didn't have to if his goal was just to divide the lots and sell them (cheaper process).

I say that because we buy all over the country and every area has different colors and architecture. 

I'll be completing architecture next year and I want to eventually go into business in residential real estate development.I'm curerently prepared to start my first project and I would like to know what is the best type of project to invest in as a beginner.

My current role in the system of things is as a production line draftsman/designer at a large developer focused architecture firm in Santa Monica.My plans currently are to just get started!

I've also got a cousin who is in the business too, with an architectural bent.

I intend on learning all that I can about investing, but my background is in design and architecture.

Pay 20% down avoiding PMI and improve it with energy efficient windows, architectural roof, landscaping etc.