In some cases, it might even mean you can buy your next house all cash.Financing Home ImprovementsThinking about upgrading your kitchen, adding a home office, or tackling other projects?

However, as we delved deeper into the project, we realized that a complete remodel would be more beneficial.

I think the before vs after pictures really speak primarily to your experience and ability to execute a project so it can help lenders gain comfort with future projects and allow you demonstrate what level of detail you except out of your contractors.

How much upfront costs are typically involved in a project before you know if it's a viable project to pursue? 

However, as we delved deeper into the project, we realized that a complete remodel would be more beneficial.

I would suggest the first thing to do is get connected to a lender that can fund your projects across the country so you know you are pre approved and have no delays in the purchase process.

Build a strong team, prioritize cash flow, and take the time to understand the local market and regulations, especially for development projects.

A great REALTOR will help you gather rental history and the cost to own and show you good sites for pulling rental projections, but you will need to do your own calculations.Everyone's mileage varies.

Licensed with permits ~$3,250.HWT standard gas single family low efficiency without exhaust retrofit $900.Sand and stain hardwood floors, natural stain $3 per sf.Paint interior walls, ceiling trim and doors 3 tone paint scheme 2 coats $3.20 per sf (floor area cost includes paint)Click lock LVT flooring install overlay inclusive of prep and quarter round $4.50 per sf (materials and labor)Asphalt roof installation 3/1 - 800 sf bungalow with 2 layers of shingles - ~$7,900Standard porch cap replacement with 2 new precast concrete steps ~$2,500Used stove or refrigerator delivery and install $350New stove or refrigerator delivery and install $HD model specificUse this as a general guideline. 

I would have appreciated someone pointing out how to more accurately project cash flow.