Actually, I am not a big fan of online estimates, that report a properties value, but according to one most people use, the property is only valued @ $76.6k and it looks like the realtor is boosting that he/she was only asking $45k.

Another important aspect is that taxes are not as favourable here as they are in the states (property tax as an example) so those are a couple reasons Im not a huge fan of rentals in these markets.

Looking for a handyman that can replace a bathroom ceiling ventilation exhaust fan with light in a condo in Mount Prospect, IL for a reasonable price.

Not really a fan of these deals but if the numbers still work then you do it as the end buyer.  

Most of rehab has already been done therefore doing $10/sqft for repairs(light fixtures, ceiling fans, painting of interior walls).

I am a fan of the podcasts and books myself but the forums are a wealth of knowledge on every topic.

Next time pull the carpet back and put a fan on it to dry it out vs replacing it.  

My wife and I put an offer in on a property in New England, the owners are both real estate agents, and together they own the RE Company that listed the unit.In order to negotiate down the price even more, we are not using our own RE Agent.

Good point, we did bring over and run dehumidifieres and fans as well.

I have been a fan of the podcast for a few months now and look forward to getting into this game.