If you learn how much everything really costs to repair, you will have a line out the door of buyers.The second part would be to be right on the money on a real ARV.

Does anyone have experience/recommendations of lenders who work with investors who have moved away from W2 income and can prove self sufficiency? 

Now that Trump won the election, I wanted to get a discussion going about what potential impact this could have on towns along the Rio Grande Valley like McAllen, and Brownsville, Texas.The population growth in these towns has been great over the years making it a worthwhile investment.

@Natasha Rooney rates will also be different depending on if you have Credit or not.

Traditionally from what I have seen HELOCs are always interest only and usually variable.

HelloI have a tenant who is asking for upgrading carpet and flooring, while its not in bad condition, it is getting old (~7 years) - I agreed to get it upgraded. 

@Alex PenaI recommend finding local meetups to attend. https://www.biggerpockets.com/forums/521I have found all of my best connections at local meetups.Ill be at the beers and deals meetup tonight!

I'd appreciate any advice from members who have personal experience with this.The flip side is he really gets going and just makes more money from real estate than he would ever from disability.

Always get permits for conversions and be cognizant of the experience renters will have in your home.

The downside is if it gets damaged you have to replace the whole sheet.