Is that what you're all experiencing in Texas? 

What's the name of the position or person who can tell me exactly a price range for what areas of the duplex/triplex need to be fixed and how much they cost?)

Until you work out the bugs in your sysyems and procedures.Or, if you invest farther away, do a personal, physical (not Zoom) walkthrough of the property before you sign off on it.Surprises and out of state investments, don't make good bed fellows. 

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Good day everyone,Has anyone experienced turning a duplex into a triplex?

Can't speak to Manvel or Leander as much other than I have personal friends/family who live in Leander and I love visiting them - it's a great place :) I sent you a PM to connect! 

So, when you say they not do report on your personal credit report I guess you are talking about non-recourse loans? 

I joke I used to be a normal person who could hold conversations about small talk like who won the Oscars or the latest in sports. 

Don't take it personally. 

Ana,Based on experience and this market me personally I would avoid a HELOC for a few reasons.