I found a quad plex that I’d like to purchase and rent out, but it needs a good bit of renovation. Is there a general contractor that anyone could recomend who might come look at the property and give me an estimate ...

The granite countertops are going to stay and they have colors of brown and black in them. 

The one caveat I give is you should wear your big boy/girl pants if you reach out to Ben, he gives it to you straight; do something dumb and you will be called a dummy!

Have a theme and matching accessories, remember you are in the hospitality business versus the property management angle.ie: if you target nurses find out things that are important to them, ie: black out curtains - many work nights and need peace and quiet during the day.

I was talking to his girlfriend today about it and she said that they can smell pot in the closet of his daughters room from the upstairs neighbors, also that the girl cursed at his 5 year old daughter.

I know this isn't a black and white answer, but I hope it helps in some way.

I see it every month.One girl's opinion.Stephanie@Brian Garrett

Investing out of state is not black and white; there are variables that you have to make sure are accounted for since you will not be nearby.Best of luck!

He winds up with the girl and lives a happy and fulfilled life.I strive to be Dwight Schrute.I know- I know, you want to be Jim- But remember when Jim was made manager.

@Wendy Black Try to get a third party to take pictures.