The single handle ones have a escutcheon that covers a fairly large area, but the old two handled ones are even wider.Then there's the issue of the supply lines.

I use to like playing with my calculator with what ifs, interesting, fun and you begine to memorize variables.

There is no answer as there are just too many variables and attempting to estimate a rehab budget based on some false and meaningless average will get you in trouble.

I am trying to get my head around numbers.My direction is to concentrate on cash flow.Here is one option.3 houses on one deed1-2Br and 2-3BrApprox. 40 yrs old, renovated inside and out 10 years agoNo immediate repairs required.Total rental income 2005/monthRenters pay utilities2 long term renters-10yrs, 5yrs plus one new renterTaxes 1084/yrRural property near RR trax, so not much appreciation potentialProperty is listed at 210000single family in area are 140000 to 160000I would estimate these seperatly would be 100000 (township won't seperate)present owners have held for 3 years- I have to check on there purchase priceMy financial options are as follows:Offer 160000-170000 maxFinance total at 6.25% variable (interest only) lock in at any timeSame financing but pay up to 40000 downMorgage at 6%Opinions if any?

I've found the contractor supply/building supply places are often much more competitive than HD and the other big boxes.

Just let them supply the normal proof and take it seriously.

I've come to realize that I need to step my game up and pay a little more than I'm used to because the demand is greater than the supply right now.

These are the variables I would evaluate.Typically when the rental income is 2% or more of the all in price ,the retail market is poor.

Letter vs. postcard County records vs. online-supplied lists Probate attorneys, personal website, etc?

The installer supplies it, and they get it cheaply.