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Artur A. Rehab vs cosmetic renovation by Property management contractors
13 May 2022 | 7 replies

Hi. I've recently bought an out-of-state rental property in Cincinnati, OH.
My property manager gave me a list of rehab items for the unit. What are your thoughts?:
I'm thinking about doing a rehab vs. just fixing &...

Aaron White Need Help Understanding Over Repair, Do Cosmetics Matter?
24 March 2019 | 5 replies

I am looking for insight to better understand how much is the right amount of repair.  My last deal I did I went way overboard with plumbing the whole house...I went to see a house today that (NW Houston near Tomball ...

Roxana Daneshjou Do you negotiate on minor repairs/cosmetic issues?
12 July 2020 | 7 replies

We have started the inspection process, and prior to the main inspector coming in, I've already noticed several more cosmetic issues (cabinets have way more wear and tear), deck needs to be repainted and has safety is...

Stephen Akindona What do you normally spend on cosmetic repairs?
18 April 2014 | 12 replies

Hey BP, I am thinking about purchasing my first property!!! It's a 4plex with each unit renting for about 650-700.

It is in good shape, but definitely in need of some cosmetic repair.

Each unit is 2 bed...

Tony S. How much to pay contractor for cosmetic renovations?
4 November 2022 | 6 replies

How much do you typically pay contractors for cosmetic renovations?  Typically, I sub everything out and average $15,000 - $22,000 unit for full cosmetic renovations.  Here, I want to delegate this job to a contractor...

Mike DeBuccio Jr. Scenario: Full Rehab Vs. Cosmetic Rehab (Pros/Cons)
27 June 2018 | 0 replies

Hey BP World!I would like to get some feedback from investors around the country. When planning to get into an investment property would you rather:1. Get into a full rehab project that may take a few months, has a hi...

John Prunier Renovate or cosmetics when old tenant moves out?
1 December 2015 | 8 replies

I'm in a bit of a dilemma. I purchased a two family about a year and a half ago. I inherited the tenants above me and they just notified me that they are moving south so they will be out January 1.  It is bad timing a...

Michael H. Picture perfect, cosmetic rehab in a class A neighborhood.
8 October 2021 | 0 replies

Investment Info:

Single-family residence buy & hold investment in Houston.

Purchase price: $130,000

Cash invested: $16,000

Bough off market, from my own marketing efforts. Used private funds. aft...

Anton Watt Do Real Estate investors prefer cosmetic or full renovations?
29 January 2017 | 24 replies

I meet with Sellers everyday as a real estate agent that have both sides of this spectrum. Some are very light rehabs but more expensive. On the other hand homes that need full rehab are cheaper but need much more wor...

Account Closed Do cosmetic on kicthen and flooring in Autin,TX
20 May 2014 | 3 replies

Hi,

I just got under contract of condo in North Austin, it need some make up.

It is small project and i need handyman to do retouch on that property.

Who can do some flooring ( 390 sqft ) and do c...