EDUCATE YOURSELF - yes, it will take time, but will lead to a selection that better meets your expectations & avoids potentially costly surprises!

Ultimately the true cost of acquisition and investment will need to be disclosed and assessed.

We have a full scope of work proposal with budget numbers put together & the team is ready to start. 

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.- Property Management:Managing properties remotely often requires hiring a property manager, adding to your costs.- Increased Travel and Communication:Regular visits and long-distance coordination can increase both time and expense.- Legal and Tax Complications:Navigating different state laws and tax regulations can be complex and confusing.Out-of-state investing can be a great way to grow your real estate portfolio, but weighing the benefits against the potential challenges is essential.

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To keep things simple, I'm not accounting for the cost of capital (that is very personal and varies for everyone) and I'm not considering other exit strategies.

It costs them nothing to fix it and you have a year warranty so you’re not getting a mechanical discount. 

Even the cheap "cashflow" areas right now don't cashflow after real cap/ex costs, maybe on an excel sheet they do.

To negotiate, I leveraged the property's need for renovation as a key point, highlighting the costs and effort required to bring it up to market standards.