I am having to install handrails, carbon monoxide detectors, repair minor foundation cracks, and more.What the heck is going on?

That might be a more expensive area, and it does depend on whether the work is being done on the basement interior or on the basement exterior, and it also depends on the type of foundation that supports the basement walls.

Agreed with Jon that -- without knowing more details -- the rehab could certainly be higher than $75K.If prices were the same as in my area and with my contractors, I would expect the prices for the things you mentioned to be somewhere in the area of:- Electrical: $6000- Foundation: $3000-10,000 (depending on scope)- HVAC: $6000-10,000- Plumbing: $2000-6000- Sheetrock/Insulation: $6000-8000So, you're looking at $25-40K just on those things.And that doesn't include:- Demo/Dumpsters- Permits- Windows- Doors- Carpentry- Paint- Flooring- Cabinets- Countertops- Baths/Showers- Finishes/Fixtures- AppliancesAnd that doesn't even address the exterior.In my area $40-45 per square foot is about right...if it's historical, I would guess Jon is right on at $50K/sf, or maybe even a bit more if there is a lot of historical restrictions imposed by the jurisdiction.

If the foundation and framework were already in process I could see it.

Was wondering if everyone gives to an existing charity or sets up your own foundation or non-profit??

Its not hard to build a clean foundation from this community.

I couldn't imagine any expensive "educational" source giving you anything "secret" that you couldn't learn here.If anyone objects, please, give me an example.Bruce Norris and the California crash seminar, all in or fold (check out his radio show)Fixer Jay Landlording & Investors seminarsPeter Fortunato ( any seminar )Jack Friggin Miller (Promoted to the next level)Michael Morrongiello paper course Mike Cantu (don't get voted off RE island)John Schwab ( must see )Ward Hannigan foreclosure trainingsSean Watkins ( Investor Workshops, Free Audio)Tony Alverez ( REO Mentor)Rick Harmon's Probate SeminarCan you tell I live in CA?

Anyone have a recommendation for foundation repair work near Ft.

(as you know foundation is a huge issue in our area.)

Remember losing 30% in a Schwab, supposed safe almost like cash money market fund.