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I'm hoping to get some input (I've on an offer given the following:South Central Michigan - Desirable school districtListed for $130,000On market since Aug. 2104 without price reduction~45 years oldOriginal furnace in both units (works well but old - not inspected yet)Roof is ~20 years old (OK condition but old - not inspected yet)New windows in 1 unit, original windows in other (aluminum - good condition - not inspected yet)Unit 1 needs cosmetic work (deep cleaning, minor drywall patchwork, painting, carpet replacement/cleaning in several rooms)Unit 1 shorter term tenantsUnit 2 is pretty clean and nothing needed by way of cosmetic repair.Unit 2 has long term tenantsBoth units rent at $825 per monthSelling agent cited "income potential" for firmness on the price.Based on the repairs that are needed, my gut feeling is that $130k is too much.

You want a firm handle on both rehab and remediation costs because your target buyer is a rehabber. 

J hosts a monthly meet-up in Oakland and/or San Francisco.  

I will also look in to your recommendations.Please let me know if you or any of your clubs in Boston are hosting any events and I will do my best to attend and hope to meet you at some point. 

Greetings!  I'm in Southern California and buying a small multi (8 units) in Dayton and looking for good commercial real estate attorney and property management referrals.  Thanks.

Before you answer the question in the forum post title, read the following lines and maybe you’ll change your mind.When I was a kid, I was always taught to go to school, get a Bachelor’s degree and a job in a large firm.

We do the same thing for our clients but I'd say CPA firms will overcharge for what you're looking for.

Look for a Co-host (Facebook groups are a decent place to find one) that has mid-term experience to partner with. 2.

My firm manages properties we own and for clients as well.