Simple cosmetic updates are no longer enough; buyers want well-executed, durable improvements that justify the investment.3.

Rates/pricing has to play a part of course, BUT knowledge and responsiveness is actually more important. and to answer your second question, well, look at my last sentence for the answer. 

And conversations with PMs and attorneys can help you understand their roles, as well.  

One last bit of info.

I would greatly appreciate any referrals for consultants and contractors as well.

I would contact other facil and see if they are looking for more spaces. 2) Co-Living / Rent by room strategy - I would try to turn that half bath into a 3/4 or full and then it could work very well.

It has worked out well for me twice in the past.  

I hate to rain on this parade but I haven’t seen a property trade at a 10-cap in Syracuse in the last twelve months.

Lastly, education rates are up somewhat since 2010 while poverty rates are down.SNAPs (supplemental nutrition assistance program) rate is up a bit however. 

Also interested in learning about Section 8 as well!