With this complete I could then focus on the finishing touches to the property including landscaping and any other detail work needed on the exterior of the home.The initial idea for the investment would be 425,000.

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You can deduct the HOA fees, but that doesn't make them go away - you still have to pay them, you just get to deduct them on your taxes.Another factor to consider is that the HOA is responsible for taking care of the outside of the property - the landscaping, the exterior walls, probably the balcony/porch, the exterior AC unit, and the roof - so you can offset some of that cost long term.

First, on the exterior, the siding is a light blue grey but there is a brick boarder about 2 feet high that is yellow.

For example, many painters will price based on wall square footage as opposed to house square footage...same with drywall hanging, etc.

She can help pick out the granite, interior & exterior paint & trim, tile, lighting fixtures, faucets etc.

To my knowledge, there is no law against a LL stopping by to inspect the exterior/public areas.

And, I understand that I must remodel kitchens and bathrooms every 10 - 15 years, plus, I must replace the roof every 20-30 years and repaint exterior every 4-5 years and repaint interior every tenant turnover, or maybe (on average) every 2-3 years.

New AC, copper pipe, and new exterior paint, with a pool according to him.

I can't speak for MLS in other areas, but both of the MLS in my area REQUIRE that the first (main) picture be an exterior pic.