The renovation included: Whole house replumb, new roof, windows, driveway, porch, landscaping, carpet, paint, ceiling fixtures, refinished hardwood floors, remodeled one bathroom and added another.

1- Someone who can do minor repairs and would not complain about every little thing, and if they see that the door handle is loose they can get a screw driver and tighten the bolts instead of calling and complaining about it and asking to send someone to fix it.2- SOmeone who would tell me when there is a problem big or small even if they decide to fix it themselves.3- Someone who would take care of of all of the yard work and not just mow the grass, for example like trim bushes, pull weeds from flower beds etc.4- SOmeone who would not make structural changes (like removing closet doors or changing light fixtures ) even though its clearly stated in the lease agreement that its not allowed.I know that there is no such thing as the perfect tenant and that people will do strange things.But, I got lucky once and found someone like this in the past but it was due to pure luck.SO  I am trying to see if there is anything that i can ask a prospective tenant in order to determine if they would be a good match and meet my criteria as best as possible.

Demo, cleanout, hauloff $ 5,700 Interior Paint $ 4,600 Vinyl Floors $ 7,200 Countertop & Backsplash $ 2,000 Full plumbing $ 6,500 Door replacements $ 3,000 Tub & surround $ 4,500 Cabinetry $ 4,500 Full electric $ 8,000 Roof repair $ 1,800 HVAC repair $ 4,000 Insulation $ 1,000 Sheetrock replacement $ 6,800 Plumbing fixtures $ 1,750 Window Replacement $ 7,800 Framing $ 9,000 Foundation Repair $ 2,000 Permits & inspections $ 3,000 GC Fee $ 8,500 Total $ 91,650

With low-income rentals, people are used to the bare minimum, so when you put in a nice light fixture, they are very impressed!

The only utility on at the property was electric (no water, gas) so the other fixtures could not be inspected.

Is your wife going to be upset about every knife or cup that is missing (then you have to pack up and hope someone wants it for a year). 

Also, if you will be needing some rehab work make sure you get a competitive contractor who can help you save on fixtures (such as myself).

A couple of questions looking for feedback here regarding West New York and Union City NJDoes anyone invest in these areas and want to get a cup of coffee to discuss their strategy and successes?

The plan is to renovate all 6 units with new kitchens, bathrooms, re-stained flooring, and updated fixtures.

I removed the ceiling fans from my properties in NJ and replaced them with nice, simple Home Depot light fixtures.