The details will fall into place with the proper team.

Rather I went by line item and estimated on the big ticket items (floors, framing, doors, walls, kitchen, bathroom, electrical, plumbing). 

Probably saved me $20k in missed flip items.

These expenditures were deductible before 2018 as miscellaneous itemized deductions subject to the 2%, but not after 2018 because whole "miscellaneous itemized deductions subject to the 2%" is out of the window. 

The venture-specific LLC will offer more liability protections, and you will have the opportunity to craft an Operating Agreement that puts a "clock" on the details of your deal.

But I would definitely try to salvage the mantel and find a creative way to use it elsewhere in the home - because people do love those original details.

More details on my personal approach from syndicatio standpoint is in my article: https://www.biggerpockets.com/blogs/10850/75569-care-for-your-investors-like-mom-cares-for-you

Older B-C units I start to lean more towards carpet especially on the stairs where it is harder to make the vinyl look good and takes more detailed work.

Hey Everyone,We're looking for a short-term loan document to outline the terms of a private loan.Without going into too many details, we are in the process of acquiring a new MFH rental property and borrowed about $60,000 from family to be repaid over 10 years with 3% interest.

If you buy a home generally it will be automatIcally insured up to a couple weeks till the details get sorted out atleast that’s how it is for Erie insurance in my area .