I'd like to get other investors takes on these repair rates.  24 hours of labor seems excessive to me and $65 per hour seems excessive for non skilled labor. 

I expect that I may have excessive damage on this home as well. 

Economic growth means higher household incomes, better employment rates, and stronger consumer confidence, all of which directly fuel demand for real estate.

Their stories fueled my fire.

For the past month, I've been soaking up everything I can from the BiggerPockets podcast, and it's only fueled my excitement about real estate even more. 

Lots of books have had a huge impact on my mindset and fueled my passion for growth.

Here’s why Oklahoma might be a great market for you:Affordability: Properties in OKC and Tulsa are often under $200K and offer strong rent-to-price ratios.Landlord-Friendly: Simple tenant laws make managing rentals easier.Growing Economy: Job growth in energy, tech, and aerospace fuels rental demand.How to Evaluate Deals:Run the Numbers: Ensure positive cash flow, check cap rates (6–10%), and use tools like the BiggerPockets calculators.Find Deals: Network with local wholesalers or agents, and look for value-add opportunities in stable neighborhoods like Edmond (OKC) or Broken Arrow (Tulsa).Let me know if you’d like tips on analyzing properties or finding deals!

So far, I have been fueled by passion and determination but I do not have any mentors and have not had a lot of guidance at all as I have obtained these properties.

Fuel costs likely to rise over time, but work from home helps

I used the excess funds to add an ADU via a build-to-suit exchange.