Light-to-moderate rehab scope is $26k; ARV comps pin it at $160k.

Great post @Garrett Brown, we have a vibey outdoor hang with string lights, plants and seating by a mini gas fire pit.

The table with the lighted mirror is actually a dresser, but I appreciate your point — we do have a desk setup in the main bedroom that I’ll make sure to highlight better. 3.

California prices push me to look out of state, and my college‑sized budget makes creative financing a must.I’m here to pick up the nuts and bolts of analyzing markets and deals, swap stories with anyone who started young or light on cash, and build a network that keeps me accountable.

You could target turnkey long-term rentals for simplicity, or light rehab properties to force appreciation.

Basic, but functional faucet.Appliances ($3,500):Focus on essential replacements.Refrigerator: Energy-efficient model.Range: Standard electric or gas range.Dishwasher: Basic model.Consider deals, scratch-and-dent appliances.Lighting ($1,000):Recessed lighting in the ceiling.Under-cabinet lighting.Basic pendant lights over the island.Paint & Trim ($500):DIY painting.New baseboard.2.

Some areas investors are seeing success:Midwest metros — Cleveland, Indianapolis, Kansas City, ColumbusSoutheast — Birmingham, Huntsville, Little RockSmaller Rust Belt cities — Toledo, Dayton, PittsburghThe key is looking for properties under ~$150K that need light to moderate rehab, so after you refinance, your mortgage stays low enough to cash flow.

I honestly think Canada dissolving and joining the USA union would be the most brilliant move for the provinces and people, it would usher in a decade of ungodly growth, power, success and wealth for all of us. 

These lower price points seem to come with unique financing challenges (especially when light renos are involved or when the down payment is tight).I’m curious — for those of you working on buy-and-holds or light rehab deals in these kinds of markets:How are you structuring your financing?

Current rents are $1,095/unit, and we plan to complete light renovations and raise rents to $1,400/unit.Purchase price is $685K with a $80K renovation budget.