There is speculation the gov't may try something to boost homes sales.

We first focus on the exterior to give the property curb appeal and to make the property marketable immediately.

But how much will improvements really boost a rental properties value?

I do plan on using billboards and TV as a means for boosting my business.

A little boost of confidence to keep me going...

Personally, i'm getting into the investment side of real estate, and my franchise has had several siminars on using real estate investing to boost our business.My general goal and plan is to offer any real estate i find that i deem a good deal to my networking circle first (my investors) If they don't want it, then i take a look at it for myself.

As far as the areas, crime, schools, class of tenant, curb appeal, income, etc. would determine what class it is.

I believe you are asking about Flipping.Although each Flip is different, you should do/review the following:[list]Kitchen rehabBath rehabPaint throughoutNew flooring (or refinish wood floors)Clean up curb appeal by painting house or landscaping.

I would also like to put the home on the market to sell but it needs to have some work done to give it some curb appeal such as the outside painted.

A $165 to $215 gap in rents is exciting, but you'll need to likely do some renovation and curb appeal to the exterior also - have you thought about that?