I try to make my buy and holds special by adding granite, tile, hardwood, stainless appliances, new HVAC, and trim such as crown mldg and a three tone paint.

As real estate investors, where we will spend a good sum this year on flooring, appliances, lighting and plumbing fixtures, and so on, is this company worth looking into?

Three story historic 5/2 with oak floors, leaded glass windows, oak parlor doors.

(not including finished 3rd floor).

I have not looked at building apartments, but I am assuming (at least in TX), you are looking at a floor of $70-$80/sqft (could be higher).

The first floor is vacant, 2nd and 3rd have tenants.

Most of our renters don't cook that much so we spend more on the floors in kitchen than anything else.

Quick roundup, get ready for this:18 units (going from studios to huge luxury lofts) spread over the upper floors of 3 retail stores (big franchises) in the main shopping street (one entrance, 3 addresses, if you follow). 95% of the construction done...

McHenry, the guy who brought the original bill to the house floor, further complicated some things by requesting a repeal of the Title III rules in place of a new legislation to make it more feasible to comply with.

I'd start with a few:Droopy ceiling fan blades - Excessive moisture trapped in ceiling and attic, possible mold spread inside, plumbing problem, roof leak, soggy studs, possible damage to electrical wiring.Cracks on the ceiling - Possible foundation problem, roof leak, or storm and hail damage to roof.Soft spot or dip on the floor on 2nd level - Workmanship on flooring cover, water damage to wood underneath, renovations done from down stairs ceiling created damage.House extension not built on slab or same foundation as the house - Difference in foundation and level.