However, just on the basis of time value if money, I would be reluctant to invest any money with no return to potentially have return in the future when further work is done.  

Are you going to beef out the exterior walls to make room for more insulation? 

Really new to this and not sure where to start but see the value and potential of real estate investing and want to start.

One popular option is multifamily syndication, which has a lot of potential for scaling up.

Not only can you find potential properties, you can do a lot of research in there as well. 

I would recommend focusing on the education piece right now, doing research, and potentially signing up for a program so you can learn more about how real estate properties are taxed.

When analyzing a property, don't get caught up in how it does in the first year, but what potential it can have in the future, especially with what you are willing to put into it. - Real estate appreciates.

When dealing with two separate houses on the same lot being sold together, it is important to consider several factors in determining how to calculate potential rental income.

I have an investment property in IN.I purchased in 2022 for $200k. It appraised for $205k. Purchased for kids future/college fund (maybe relevant maybe not) Mortgage rate is 4.4% currently paying $1149 a month (includ...

Not the purchase price.As an underwriter, typically you would model a potential acquisition using LTV on stabilized assets or properties that do not require significant improvements.This is because capital expenditure costs will typically not be financed by the lender.