By blind luck, I began RE investing around 2008 when the village idiot could make money. 34 years of saving, lucky timing and military health insurance definitely helped. 

We completely transformed the interior and exterior of the home, adding features like tile backsplash, tiled tub & shower, master bath en suite with dual walk-in shower, new energy-efficient vinyl windows.

I sure have made some risky financial decisions like buying vintage cars to rent out to movies out of desperation but it was a smart move and has paid itself back in money as well as days towards my health insurance and pension (SAG-AFTRA) and will continue as long as they film movies in NYC at least.        

Hello,I have recently started shopping for lenders to have a cash out refinance for a second home in the Catskills.The home was bought roughly 10 years ago for $125k, we did about $60k worth of renovations and its current valuation is at least $250k.A family member with declining mental health owns the mortgage with $89k left to pay off at 5% and we would like to restructure so there are no financial ties left.Due to a spring fed water source, we have limited lender options.I spoke with a recommended local lender who claims due to us renting the home on AirBnB (we have a filed Schedule E for income on this property) it would only qualify for a commercial loan, subjecting us to a higher rate (5 - 5.75%) with variable rates after a set timeframe.Are we stuck with strictly commercial financing on this property? 

I have a question that somewhat real estate related....How do Entrepreneurs and mainly full time real estate investors handle health insurance?

You have to get used to the temp of the water, ease in slowly as if your getting in a hot tub!

The GNA will setup a network of health, financial, and social services.

The toilet is disgusting and yes you need to call the city as that is a health violation. 

Be polite and cordial, but only fix safety and health items.

The seller was very motivated as she was going through health problems and could no longer keep up with the property.