Thanks - Depending on the type of project you are talking about there are software programs for estimating residential and commercial construction costs but they are not very useful especially this environment of rapidly rising labor and material costs.

Thoughts - In a negative interest rate environment what does the big money do and why? 

I can tell you that cash flowing retirement with rental property gives me significantly more comfort than watching the stock and living on 4% withdrawals for the rest of my life.

If I could get any advice on how to get more familiar with the scope of work needed for rehabs this size or what the procedure was, maybe shadowing somebody I would feel more comfortable in moving forward.

If I could get any advice on how to get more familiar with the scope of work needed for rehabs this size or what the procedure was, maybe shadowing somebody I would feel more comfortable in moving forward.

I'd leave sealed containers, but anything that's been opened I'd either throw out or keep for myself if I felt comfortable doing so. 

Door fee for this meeting is $20.00 at the door.The Pasadena FIBI group provides an environment for active and informative peer discussions, expert presentations on relevant topics, and networking.

Of course, we never know everything and so it becomes an easy excuse to do nothing and remain in our comfort zone.The "right moment" is now, Cynthia. 

It's too close for comfort.

I feel comfortable speaking with the owner, but have offers below his original asking price.I would like to meet him again and give him my offer that he is sure to refuse.