In other words, evaluate what else can be done via distance investing2) decide whether you want to be passive or active3) in addition to taking to expats, there are plenty of Canadians and folks from other countries investing in US market that are here on BP.

Everyone has an opinion, everyone says "their" lead gen methods work, yet no one comes with data proof numbers screenshots, and some concrete evidence that is measurable so that others can truly evaluate the methods.So learn how to think, and learn how to evaluate advise before you just take it!

Seeking advice on evaluating rehab cost on flips.

That said I've carefully evaluated other property managers and it's easy for me to see that the investors using the more expensive up front option are saving money and time because they have low/no cleanup costs more than what's typical at turnover. 

FWIW, I'm also in the CLE market, and I have found on multiple occasions that good tenants with good credit almost always will want A/C + dishwashers + extras.That said, small bites: give him a smallish project and see how well he performs and at what cost, evaluate and go from there.

Then, once you've got a handle on evaluating, purchasing, repairs, tenant management, etc., you can start to hit the pavement on the next deal with more knowledge and experience.

IRR is a better metric than cash on cash or the equity multiple, but I'd recommend using MIRR to evaluate your investment strength. 

Similar to a BRRR, but evaluated more like a business, rather than depending on comps.

@Ian Ippolito you said that you evaluate almost a hundred deals a month.

@Jesus Quintanilla I have a couple HELOCs and every lender I spoke with back when I was getting them evaluated my DTI ratio.