I lived in Boston for some time.

I know a very successful guy out Boston way who would call that New England frugalness--left over door board, use it for a back splash and a wall covering--leave nothing to waste.The doors and drawers on the cabinets look less wide then most cabinets I've seen in Home depot, and they seem to work in the space--size wise.You could replace the doors--look online for cabinet doors, and maybe use some normal hinges that are on the inside of the door, vs. the outside.BUT I think this would rent in someplace like San Antonio (I've seen much worse), will it pass muster in Beantown (???)

Real estate expertise is relatively hard to find, however major cities like Boston certainly have the right people.

I had personal circumstances with family that required air transport, so thank you for what you do.

If I'm not mistaken, they currently have a revitalization prgram where you can buy distressed properties in prime areas of Detroit (Boston Edison, East English Village, ect) for very cheap, but there are stipulations about rehabbing and keeping the property for a ce

You cant beat the install time, transportation, or ease though.

To get an accurate sense of the numbers, there needs to be a little more thought. 15% of the total rent I receive for my triplex in New Hampshire is very different than 15% of the rent for a triplex in Boston, or Wyoming, or Colorado.

Transportation from the airport?

I went to a guru's seminar in Boston, and we were encouraged to open business accounts.

I live in Boston but recently learned that there are cities that may be better to in invest in compared to Boston metropolitan area like Worcester, Springfield, or Brockton.