Definitely more work, but also more curb appeal. 

And the investor’s capital plus gain can be cycled into the next deal at a higher basis which further leverages their return, so the long term folks really can have their cake and eat it too.While one solution for longer terms is to do a cash out refinance, it is done to boost the investor’s return, minimize their downside risk, and return capital.  

Even when running the numbers on a home where I could boost the value with a renovation, it still seems to cashflow negative, or at the very best break even.

Are they boosting appreciation?  

The experience gained was immeasurable and a huge boost of confidence. 

Boost it back up in six months.Usually, past behavior is an indicator of future behavior, but sometimes Life Happens.

What is a cost effective way to make a property pop by adding curb appeal? 

Is it possible to kick him to the curb and get another contractor to get my CO.

I am also aware of a long term revitalization along the wicomico river that I have a good feeling will boost property values in currently low priced areas.

I take trashcans down to the curb and back.