I’m currently based in Denver, CO, but I’ll be relocating to Raleigh, NC in July 2025 to start working full-time as a disposition agent for New Western.Since I have some time before my move, I want to get a head start on building my business and positioning myself for success in Raleigh.

These areas you are describing rarely appreciate, so the pricing is low and you can cash flow, but, as I said, at the end of the day, it is very hard to manage these types of properties.

I live in FL and self-manage this property but have a Property Manager for my CO property.  

They end up wasting time showing property that their client won't have a chance of getting, and waste time writing up offers that won't get considered, and their buyer clients get their hopes up and then dashed.Consider pricing your listing at the middle, or slightly lower than middle, of what you think it should sell for....instead of pricing it drastically below what you think it will sell for.The market can change overnight sometimes. 

Flooring: A lighter or mid gray lvp to compliment (~$3 sq ft material) Cabinets: White shaker style (Lowes/Home Depot, Readily Available with little lead time) Countertops: White Quartz with black veining to match black matte finishes if the return on investment is there or just a nicer laminate (calacatta marble natural stone look)Finishes: Black matte for a modern look or the classic brushed nickel.

We lucked out big time.

Waiting on owner decision. 107 Ellis st. - DuplexUnit A - 1 bed 1 bath - Updated water heater, flooring in kitchen, kitchen counters, appliances, and bathroom. $875 - Vacant and just listed. 

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To make the best decision, consider risk tolerance, market timing, future investment plans, and exit strategy, and consult a financial advisor.Good luck!

For our bookkeeping clients, as a placeholder, we usually do an 80 (building) / 20 (land) split until we have the correct figures from the county records (it takes some time for those to post sometimes) so their bookkeeping records show something we can refine later.It looks like you got some good insight from others too!