Stick to the quality and finishes of alike, SOLD comps and you'll get a good, accurate appraisal within acceptable margins. 

I'm near the end of finishing my first real estate deal but the termite inspection came out positive.

-I have a community bank that will do a portfolio loan on both properties together when they are finished. 

I received a hardwood flooring quote on 1046 sq ft for $7,200.This is what they’d do: moving appliances, sealing non wooded areas, sanding new/original wood, hydrosanding, screen sanding, staining with Bona, satin finish to match staircase, reinstalling appliances, repair missing boards, remove oak thresholds for flat look and repair master bath header.they’d have 4-5 employees in the project and it would take 4-5 days. $7200 seems like a lot and it’s my first quote (plan to get more). is there a cheaper way to go about this?

There is a brand new development downtown called South Main that will bring 314 new units online this spring with rents starting at ~$1,400 and amenities that include high-end finishes, a year-round pool, hot tub, community BBQ, covered gazebo, private gym, lounge, pet spa, gear workshop, and co-working space.

Difference in renovations include adding a bathroom, replacing cabinetry vs re-painting, and nicer finish.

We bought a 2-family in Bayonne last year (check out my blog post on house-hacking) and found great tenants within a week of me listing the rental unit (after we finished renovations). 

But it’s expensive, attaining loans will be difficult and tax returns will be complex.

Just recently finished residency and am now a practicing physician. 

Like extra bathrooms or location or finish.