People are funny.So yes, I manage about 60 single family homes, and it has improved our process, and shorted the time orders are open simply due to more efficient scheduling.John KingBluefax Property Managementhttps://bluefaxpm.com(210)468-1843

One just lead to a misdemeanor ticket which i'm being summoned to court.Another is he's complaining about his furnace not being efficient enough and threatens to leave.Called demanding an electrician to ground his wires because his cable box fried from not being on a surge protector, threatens to leaveWe increased his rent slightly when we purchased it, which is still $200+ under market, threatens to leave.He's paid every month but is always a week or two late and claims it's insurance related getting back paid.

However, generally speaking is it usually cost efficient to tackle major renovation (without sq. ft. addition) done at the same time or before I do any renovation, I would still first need to bring the existing structure back to code? 

The value in this business is figuring out how you can operations more efficient.

Sounds like you're antsy to move forward, which I 100% get, but not sure your idea is going to create any additional efficiency.

No rent control, efficient and low cost evictions.SummaryIf I had limited funds, I would not consider high risk (declining) locations.

I have two goals for real estate:diversify my existing portfolio for tax efficient long-term growthprovide a somewhat passive income stream for a (hopefully) early retirement. 

I'm a beginner and come across wholesale deals I see from being on mailing lists etc and would like to get some help on an efficient way to decide if I should put an offer or not.

Additional bedrooms are positioned near the upper laundry closet making efficient use of the hall space & eliminating the tedious task of transferring laundry up & downstairs.

Is it the most efficient use of money?