It is easy to brush off when you consider the source. 

Sorry if this is an easy one.

It was not an easy one, since we are in CA and the property is in OH, but we made it through and are looking to take on our next project.Bought: $79,900Initial budget: $65,000Real budget: $97,000 (mismanaged project by initial contractor (and second contractor))ARV: $219,900Improvements:Brand new siding on the second floor (was not in the initial budget)New roof (was not in the initial budget)Sealed and painted the basement - was quite creepy down there beforeOpened the floor plan from the living to the kitchen by widening an existing walkwayMoved the kitchen from one side of the house to the other to capitalize on the stained glass windowsGutted the upstairs bathroom and added really good looking featuresAdded a half bathroom and laundry room downstairs by the entry to the backyardNew ACNew plumbingNew electricOur contractor performed extremely poorly on this job, and I am happy to share a cautious word with anyone who aims to invest in Cincinnati about the team at Kaiker Development and Creative Customs Carpentry.

Not making it easy on you are they!

Things seem to be easy to imagine and put to work but remember Murphy's law and what if things go wrong?

@Josiah SantillanaThe most direct way to find deals is via the MLS, or Zillow/Redfin/Realtor.com/Trulia etc. if you do not have such access.

Conventional foundations are an easy fix. 

It should be very easy to find multi units that meet the minimum 1% rule. 

Fees should be clearly stated, easy to understand, and justifiable.

check if they allow access to the property. sometimes they sell it as :OCCUPIED" and provide no viewings and  no inspection contingency.