And because many investors prefer "paint and carpet" rehabs, there will be less investor competition.

Both of these strategies are ones we have not used in the past.Med-low income neighborhood, houses are taking 30-90 days to sell.1700sq ftTo sell owner finance the house needs:Exterior paintPool clean up, some interior paint/carpetUnconvert a garage$5k in workSeller owes $66k and wants no money at closing.Current PITI: $830As is: $75kRepaired retail: $85Repaired owner finance:$95Owner finance PITI with $20k down: $1081Are we out of line in thinking we can sell this place owner finance quickly at a 10% premium with 15-20% down?

Shellac Paint absolutely seals everything up. 16 months AFTER sealing with BIN, there was still no yellowing.3) Time: This is in regards using the Ozone Generator.

Although I want to tap in to unit's electrical and have an electrician install a light switch and light, this will extend the project several days (management needs to approve, electrician needs to be scheduled, painting put on hold etc.).

After some experience, you'll know what is expected in similar homes of similar size, style, location and price range, knowing that comps will support what you contemplate doing, at that point, you'll but, cut wood and throw paint, finish it, pull your comps and justify your value.Good luck with it!

Paint it?

I found Lots of old toys, Bottles, lots of old coins ,Dead animals and tons of old paint and tires.

This is a low end rental, but figured if I don't like it..I can always paint over it..LOL

Any ideas for:-Cleaning thick grease off a tile floor-Removing smells from floor, walls, ceiling-Sealing agent to be used prior to painting or to be mixed with paint-Any other general advice for getting stink out of an old houseThanks for your advice!

I generally DON'T buy my paint at HD, go to Sherwin Williams, it costs more but it covers so much better that you'll be happier while you're working and after you're done.