Because these companies work on behalf of the govt, they're not allowed to think for themselves (no offense to the govt workers out there- but so true) and have very strict guidelines for considering and accepting bids.

I have been a painter for more than 40 years and I can routinely repaint apartment turnovers for less than $1000.00 per unit.

But 99% of folks here strictly look at numbers and never realize why numbers fit even in such financial environments.There's moderate demand for rentals, no reason to pause or concern yourself on why it's vacant.

Thanks to the strict rules and procedures here on BP, we get to enjoy true learning information rather than sift through countless spam posts.

I used to go strictly white but for the last 5 years or so I've been using a really light gray with white moldings and doors.

Our company routinely sets up 1031 exchanges on 24 hours' notice or less (it's not ideal, but it happens!).

Interesting ideas; most residential investors are not considering a practical issue with 1031s - you are operating under strict limitations on the purchasing side and it forces your hand and you end up overpaying on the purchase side; the (small) tax advantage gained are often not worth it.

You are looking at this strictly through the lens of cash flow, which is typically the smallest compared to appreciation and principal pay down. 

Maybe a non-qm lender but unlikely as for owner occupied requirements are very strict for lenders to comply with CFPB.

Just routine maintenance.