I can afford remodeling it but I really don't know where to start based on all of the issues.

In addition to the items you mentioned you will need to know what he spends on operating cost, unit make ready cost, any recent remodel cost, maintenance cost, Property Management cost just, legal fees/evictions, typical rental loss.

He’s remodeled kitchens and put in new decks.

Focusing mostly in areas south of the 10 freeway, Crenshaw Blvd corridor... down through Inglewood and further south.Seeking an excellent contractor specializing in rehabs, remodels, and ADU construction.

I am playing this the safe rout and hopping for a modest return modest being medium upgrades an extra room, an extra bathroom I can still come out with a great ROI vs a heavy extensive remodel gut job and shooting for a million ARV what do you guys think?

He always told me I was the highest paid person in the building and then his $1 million remodel and COVID made the perfect storm.

In addition to the above, if you join your local Buy Nothing group you can ask for some of the things you might need for your remodeling or for things that will help you keep your budget down so you have more to spend on your renovation. 

If not Prestige, and looking for more Baltimore based contractor, I've heard great things about Certified Home Remodelers, Inc.

Like if I remodel the units (has anyone done this and how successful was that). 4.

Some investors would like to be close to their investment properties to check in with the progress of remodels, and to be sure their properties are being managed to their standards.