@Jolene Blackbourn go Google Consumers Reports, which pretty much advises against all retail warranties.Majority are setup to string you along and wear you out, so you have the work done, which then negates their coverage.

Most of the projects our students do have several different exit strategies, but turnkey fix and flips is the one we often push for (easiest to pivot at the end if necessary to a rental, retail flip, etc); for that reason it made sense for us to use the word “Flip”.

Depends on loan type and will vary lender to lender too (especially when comparing retail and broker), not all have the same margins.

People you should talk to: retail brokers, commercial PMs, residential PMs, lenders.And can you wholesale these?  

Hello ChristopherIf you have any interest in investing commercial properties (5+ multifamily, retail, storage, warehouse, NNN, etc), I'd be happy to sit down and discuss financing. 

. - No DIY possibility and aso need skilled contractorsAdvanatges of lipstick rehabs :- Easier to see the scope - DIY possible- Less risk as its more cosmeticDisadvantages of lipstick rehabs :- Lots of competition and some times from retail buyers as they just see the price difference and think they are getting a deal and that they could work on it over the weekends- major value add might not be possible .

I'm looking at purchasing a small retail/office space between Lansing and Grand Rapids, Michigan.  

Additionally, commercial properties, such as office buildings or retail spaces, may provide attractive depreciation schedules and potentially higher rental income.

By the way i have database of palm beach broward, new jersey and miami dade of warehouse, industrial land, office and retail info from costar.

The trades will charge you retail , since you are basically a homeowner . ( they dont care if you are a landlord) .If you hire a General contractor , he has a relationship with the trades , he can call them and get things done on a MUCH tighter schedule .