. $30/bundle shingles last about 12-15 years in our climate (Milwaukee), so you'll pay twice for labor.

In most markets price accuratly reflects all the qualities of a neighborhood that matter to people.I live in Milwaukee and we invest in neighborhoods that are price slightly above the median (first without knowing it).

In Milwaukee it is seemingly still relativley easy to achive $200 a door out of the gate.

I'm well versed in the Milwaukee RE investment market.

Going remote is not only harder, it will also cost you more; you have to pay people to do what you would normally do yourself.My team works with a lot of OOS investors in Milwaukee, we see what works and what does not.

Double down and fix it nice to sell but don't over improve. selling a headache will only give you a bigger headache that you'll need a aspirin the size of a hockey puck to overcome.There are no shortcuts when you get into this situation that end well for you so put the work in and maybe you will make a buck?

Store is in Milwaukee, but you can order online.

Many you pursue will be "wolves in sheep's clothing" just looking to make a fast buck off your inexperience. 

Well, saving a buck here and there can usually work....

You'll get way more bang for your buck by being there in person and meeting these folks and being able to get the real dirt on each market.