@Tim V.Recently I had the same issue but the 1st inspector was helping me but after he was relocated it the next inspector was a pain in the xxx... at the end the called a few more items making me to spend an extra 6k.

Focus on being sure they feel safe in the unit and in the neighborhood.

I feel like I’m in the perfect position to start investing my money into real estate instead of stocks because it seems like the ROI with stocks is lower than with real estate.I’m close with my brothers and we’re all working and still living with our parents, so we don’t have much expenses.

I recommend looking at all the data sources and the listing platforms themselves to get the best feel for revenue potential.Also, reach out to local owners for the most accurate expense information. 

If you need to talk through this in more detail feel free to reach out.

I also do Short term rentals which I feel only a small people do it right in this area and which is why I chose that market. 

You don’t know if you’ll like the decisions they’ll make, nor do you know how big of a pain they will be.  

I have read the book Estimating Rehab Cost but I feel its not right for my area or outdated.

Good luck on your journey and feel free to reach out if you ever need any guidance or advice.

I don't want anyone to feel like I am forcing out Step-dad, but it is a big house and the rent (and upkeep) are more than one person may want to handle.