Upkeep of the property- landscaping, debris removal, handling maintenance requests, keeping the property in top condition- this is where amateurs drop the ball. 2-3 years go by and they run the asset into the ground and sell for a loss.

It's crazy how much material prices change the investing landscape.  

One has better landscaping, or more neutral interior paint colors.  

Especially because they recently announced the expansion of their rail trail and Apple announcing a huge facility expanding to Raleigh..

It is Crazy Eddie on speed out there.I just called off a bunch of showings and everyone "knew it was going to go fast" and a couple offered to sweeten the deal.It is a mix of Millennials having solid jobs and a deep desire to be out of the urban landscape, but still have access to it.

The house required mainly cosmetic repairs, including extensive sheetrock fixes, a remodeled kitchen, updated bathrooms, a fresh paint job and landscaping.

Finally, I always throw in a bit extra for snow removal and landscaping costs, usually $50/month.I estimated an interest rate of 3.875%, spending $30,000 on reno, with the above math and the assumption you are going to self manage the property.  

In other words, adjust for SF discrepancies, bed/bath counts, location, amenities, condition, etc.Generally speaking, but across the board, kitchen remodels, paint, bathroom upgrades, curb appeal (landscaping, etc) are all items which seem to add the most value and return your biggest bang for your buck.

I can use a GC, flooring, kitchen, bathroom landscaping contractors. 

Wanted to see if anyone had a good landscaping company that they're using/have used in Columbia, SC.