When it comes to finding reliable contractors, it's essential to understand the distinction between a general contractor and subcontractors in the context of your project.A general contractor typically oversees the entire construction project, from start to finish.

As the single largest shareholder of this stock I ask myself, is this what's best for the Josh Hauman life stock?

You get exposure to the largest group of buyers that way.

I know that the hospital system and Syracuse university are now the largest employers in the area and that growth has been sluggish. 

The Laker Group is the largest buyer and seller of wholesale properties in michigan so if your interested you should be talking to me before making any rash decisions.

@Chris Clothier   as the largest reseller of TK properties on the Planet..

Some of the improvements include:Replacing the existing carpet with LVP (They had animals and there is a distinct odor)Replacing the acoustic drop ceilings (They painted the existing drop ceiling black)Removing a sliding glass door and replacing it with a french door for rental entranceReplacing the existing fluorescent lighting with can lightingReplacing painted wood panel with drywall, finishing, and painting said drywallMoving walls around to block off some areas and to make some areas biggerAdding a kitchen, which include cabinets, sink, range, and maybe a dishwasherCreate a path leading from my driveway around the backyard to the basement entrance.My space is about 1200 SF and I mentally prepared to spend about 15K to redo the basement to an acceptable quality level.

Craig Curelop wrote a great book on it called the The House Hacking Strategy (BP podcast episode 252, 350), in which LA's very own @Rick Albert has a case study in it too.Out of state investing is also an option for you, and I'd suggest reading David Greene's "Long Distance Real Estate Investing" as a starting point, though it would make sense to eliminate your largest expense, rent, to help you increase your saving potential.

Millennials (known as renters for many years) became the largest segement of first time buyers and storm the market.

Since you are a Realtor you have the distinct advantage of intrinsically knowing the value of #1, and #2.