we can do it not rented but rate will be significantly higher. easier and more cost effective to rent it. unless the bridge money needs to be paid back asap or you need the funds back to buy more, then a cost analysis needs to be done. personally id get it rented at market rent or a touch below if time is a factor. 

2) If not all of it, how much of it will be?

Financing can be trickier in smaller markets, so work with an investor-friendly agent and lender who know the area.

: Work with an experienced contractor who has done a lot of work similar to the work you're looking to do on that specific project.💡 Noticing any shifts in buyer demand that affect your strategy?

There should be over 250+ restaurants participating 3/7-3/16 with prices ranging from $25-$55 for multi course meals. 🍲 It’s been a couple years since we’ve been, but this will be a perfect date night for my wife and I before baby Smith is due in April 🙂 👶Any restaurant recommendations to check out?

It might be difficult to get someone to offer up their GC if they do a good job since reliable contractors are tough to find and retain. 

I will also be doing all the cosmetic things you can think of: paint, flooring, bathroom reno, kitchen reno, so I am open to carpenter or design suggestions.  

I assumed this would be the cheapest out there.I have some great local portfolio lenders, DSCR lenders, conventional lenders, and commercial lenders who are competitive and should be able to beat 6.75%.

I am willing to give up my profit in the deal to find a mentor.

When a lease ends they’ll suggest new rents and if the tenant hold be offered a renewal. some will offer to transfer utilities for you when it goes vacant, all should handle the transfer when a tenant moves in  With 10 properties I don’t “talk” to my PM more than 2-3 times a year.