We added value to this deal by completing light but impactful improvements that made the property more appealing to tenants.

I think lighted vanities are not expensive and really a lovely touch.

For property improvements, small updates like new paint, better lighting, and improved curb appeal can help increase rents over time.

I’ve been talking with several investors lately who’ve had promising fix & flip deals slip away simply because financing didn’t come through in time.By the time the bank gave the green light, the property was already under contract with someone else.For those of you flipping:- How are you making sure financing is ready fast enough to compete?

We added value to this deal by completing light but impactful improvements that made the property more appealing to tenants.

Markets like Cleveland, Kansas City, and parts of the Midwest still have multifamily deals in that range with light value-add potential and solid cashflow.

Flipping can bring faster returns, but it’s higher risk, takes more hands-on work, and the market can be unpredictable.Since you already have some experience renting, you might consider buying another property to rent—maybe one that needs a light renovation so you can add value without overcomplicating things.

What’s one mistake you’d warn someone new about when building their first duplex?

There will be no gutting, but we will be installing new doors, screen doors, closet doors, vanities, toilets, flooring, paint entire property including cabinets, and replace all handles and light switches and receptacles.

You can't  see each other's reviews until both are written.The host already knows you have complaints so they may try and previmpetivly ding you anyway.Write an honest review to warn everyone else.