My favorite books are Best Ever Syndication book by Joe Fairless and ABCs of REI. 

Then pick the ones I like, put my own spin on it, and match those options to the budget friendly versions.Some of my favorites that I believe will appeal to the majority of buyers AND not break the bank are as follows:Kitchen- white shaker cabinets, or two-toned (as John mentioned).

Specifics:Chicago far west suburbsCurrent appraisal: $175KCurrent mortgage: $90kCredit score:800+Liquid cash on hand: $75KPersonal DTI:<20%Total DTI not including rental income:<30%I would think this is a home run.

It depends on your portfolio's characteristics (and your credit score, liquidity) but the typical range is about 4.75% - 5.5% for a 30 yr fixed, with a 5 year prepayment penalty (if prepayment penalties are allowed in your state -- some states, like OH, MI, PA have restrictions on prepayment penalty terms & fees).

Hey Micah,My favorite strategy is real estate notes.How are your rental deals coming along?

Looking for something liquid with moderate-low risk.

Take a clue from the US goverment.Another way to optimize is liquidate properties that don't have the best long term prospectives and trade into better quality assets.

@Randall E Collinsthis is where this wholesaling gets a bad name.. in some states Texas there is a carve out in Oregon its not legal unless you close in it first with your own money. 

With that being said, what are some some of your favorite icebreakers or questions you would recommend or that could spark your interest as a realestate investor

Went to LL Flooring (used to be lumber liquidators)Want to install “LVT” in older home, about 500 sq ft sunroom and kitchen.