You have to keep in mind that carrying costs will bite deep not your profits if you take too long.

Are you sure that the scratches are that deep to require refinishing or would a good buffing do the trick?

Most sellers are amenable because they've had the property off the market and they are knee deep in the transaction with you already, plus, any buyer would likely need to deal with the Phase II issue, so it's worth it for them to agree.All of this, of course, depends on your bargaining position.

well that narrows it down to a 1 out of 20 chance although I suspect 10 or so sites just won't work no matter what.Logistically Texas is down in a deep southern hole compared to other markets that are much closer transportation wise to most of the US population. 

I built a tool for myself yesterday so i could do a deep dive into the content of podcasts. 

While this arrangement opened up the price range, the competition increased tremendously with us often going up against deep-pocketed investors or folks making all-cash/non-contingent offers.

Monthly Expenses = $2800 Per Month: Current Management Team = $1000.00Insurance = $224.00Real Estate Taxes = $92.00Fiber Optic High Speed Internet = $89.00Cable TV = $52.00Trash Dumpster = $55.00Sewer / Water = $186.00Natural Gas (average) = $142.00Electric = $327.00Housekeeping = $270.00Ongoing supplies = $230.00Maintenance = $133.00Total Renovation The renovation started in 2011 and was completed 2016 with entire complex being gutted to the studs, then completely rebuilt fully furnished inside and out to new standards, as follows: 26 gauge top of the line triple epoxy coated metal roof26 gauge top of the line triple epoxy coated awning and patio coverSingle hung gas filled energy efficient EZ clean vinyl tip-out windows4 new natural gas water heatersAll new plumbing throughout entire complex/buildingOnly #1 Grade Premium lumber was used throughout entire renovationQuality Price Pfister plumbing fixtures and lifetime parts180 feet of new 4 inch sewer line from the building to the street tapNew premium exterior fiberglass dimensional Colonial style entry door with new door jams, aluminum thresholds, all new lock sets and peep holesCustom picture framed windows with decorative edging and exterior door trim to matchCommercial toilets: all new PEX plumbing, shut off valves, bullets, supply lines, hose bibs, angle stopsNew attic and wall insulation with vapor barrierUpgraded electrical, HE lighting, new fixtures, switches, outlets, breakers, energy efficient lighting, vapor lights, rope lighting and HE flood lightsCustom artistic signage (3) built by Management TeamNew drywall, texture and highest quality Valspar paint throughoutAll exterior wood was hand primed and hand paintedNew vinyl fencing for corner lotPremium Quality pillow top mattressesNew hand textured walls (office), ceiling and covered entryNew concrete sidewalks, kitchens, baths, showers stalls, toilets, vanities, cabinents, counter tops, sinks, refrigerators, microwaves, deep freezers, dryers, A/C units, flat screen TVsAll work has been documents and permitted

Monthly Expenses = $2800 Per Month: Current Management Team = $1000.00Insurance = $224.00Real Estate Taxes = $92.00Fiber Optic High Speed Internet = $89.00Cable TV = $52.00Trash Dumpster = $55.00Sewer / Water = $186.00Natural Gas (average) = $142.00Electric = $327.00Housekeeping = $270.00Ongoing supplies = $230.00Maintenance = $133.00Total RenovationThe renovation started in 2011 and was completed 2016 with entire complex being gutted to the studs, then completely rebuilt fully furnished inside and out to new standards, as follows: 26 gauge top of the line triple epoxy coated metal roof26 gauge top of the line triple epoxy coated awning and patio coverSingle hung gas filled energy efficient EZ clean vinyl tip-out windows4 new natural gas water heatersAll new plumbing throughout entire complex/buildingOnly #1 Grade Premium lumber was used throughout entire renovationQuality Price Pfister plumbing fixtures and lifetime parts180 feet of new 4 inch sewer line from the building to the street tapNew premium exterior fiberglass dimensional Colonial style entry door with new door jams, aluminum thresholds, all new lock sets and peep holesCustom picture framed windows with decorative edging and exterior door trim to matchCommercial toilets: all new PEX plumbing, shut off valves, bullets, supply lines, hose bibs, angle stopsNew attic and wall insulation with vapor barrierUpgraded electrical, HE lighting, new fixtures, switches, outlets, breakers, energy efficient lighting, vapor lights, rope lighting and HE flood lightsCustom artistic signage (3) built by Management TeamNew drywall, texture and highest quality Valspar paint throughoutAll exterior wood was hand primed and hand paintedNew vinyl fencing for corner lotPremium Quality pillow top mattressesNew hand textured walls (office), ceiling and covered entryNew concrete sidewalks, kitchens, baths, showers stalls, toilets, vanities, cabinents, counter tops, sinks, refrigerators, microwaves, deep freezers, dryers, A/C units, flat screen TVsAll work has been documents and permitted

I think you deep down know what to expect out of a good contractor, and you probably know as well as many of us that good contractors are hard to find so when you find them do your best to hold on to them or keep them happy. 

I have family members that are deep into investing and selling real estate they just live 1000 miles from me and are very busy with their business so I can't be hands on with them.