It was then I had the proverbial light bulb moment, “If I could make it in the U.S. for 18 years as an owner operator this place was going to be easy.”

Turning a breaker off to replace a plug, switch, light, or appliance is okay.

After getting to that level, I was privy to the numbers that were happening on the community and realized what kind of NOI was being realized and I had my first "light bulb turn on" moment if you know what I am saying.I live by a mantra, "I don't know what I don't know" and am always looking for information, classes, people and networking opportunities to increase my knowledge base and of course "people base" to get me further in my investing business.

Waiting for a month with no rent is like putting the cash in the fireplace and lighting it on fire.  

Hi Steven, Don’t know if it’s a little too late, but let me shed some light on some of your concerns

I switch out all the electrical sockets and light switches from the pole type to the one piece with unbreakable strike plates also in white.

Light/medium carpets in bedrooms with a varied pattern.

What I mean is that it needed some paint, a closet door or two, and some ceiling lights installed.Appraisal came back at 30k which was right on target with all the wholesale sales numbers in the area.

Replace light fixture.3 upper level bedrooms.  

Now he can do light duty stuff and we are arranging some things for him to do; helps his pride and helps his wallet.