The countertops were professionally done with an epoxy so it safe and looks almost like a granite.

I bet Cody is beautiful.

The cost to rebuild the propertyThese factors all tie into the appraisal, but overall if it's a single family your best bet will be the comps approach, so just make sure your kitchen and bath is very nice :)

@Barry RobinholtKwik set smart key is your best bet!

Rev Proc 2008-16 gives you a safe harbor for personal use - They will guarantee your investment intent if you use the property personally less than 2 weeks a year or 10% of the days actually rented not counting days you stay there working on the property. 

Pretty safe bet! 

That’s the best bet.

They need to have a safe area to fail and make mistakes.

@Dave Smith In MA, if the property isn't deleaded when you buy it, you are responsible for the past tenants that may have been lead poisoned while living there unless you delead within 90 days of closing.The state is trying to get every rental property in MA lead safe, and they figured this was the best way to do it.

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