This way you don’t have to worry about improvement.

Renting it out for enough time cover costs and allow me to write off improvements I would want some day and the trips to work on it. 

Improving myself every day!

Track your spending and see where you can cut the fat out of your budget.  

And what your goals are.I.e. the longer you hold, the better your multiple but typically the lower your IRR.And of course, will the "repairs" improve the value/rent potential of the property, or is it maintenance like a roof, that costs a lot but has marginal effect on value.

I would simply ask for occupancy history, financials on the property and a list of improvements. 

“Rent strikes are usually used for two things: to get landlords to lower the rent or to get landlords to improve conditions,” said Peter Dreier, professor of politics and public policy at Occidental College.

I have been seriously thinking about improving my parents rental property (which I live in) and adding a 1/1 in the back or 2/1 if possible.

Hi @Anthony SimboliAre you looking for a lease option on an SFR that you can live in and then purchase down the line, or a fixer-upper to purchase now and then live in while you improve it and then sell?

I’m glad you’ve found both success and a great group and hope the group only improves!