Paving the driveway, fresh paint or repairs to stairways/decks, adding some landscaping or a tree, and upgrading appliances like washers/dryers can all increase perceived value.

when i talk with other owners near me when they ask for help increasing their revenue, i start with their pictures and their designs.

Any advice on how we can increase our pre-approval amount or what steps we should be focusing on over the next year? 

Any advice on how we can increase our pre-approval amount or what steps we should be focusing on over the next year? 

What is a good strategy in current economic market for B class properties that don't cash flow immediately?

Units 1 & 2 rent for $1,550/month eachThe remaining single unit rents for $900/monthTotal current market rents should be at least 15% higher given the location and conditionLight renovations can boost rents by 25-30%, creating immediate income increasesAdditional Revenue Streams: The 400 sq/ft rooftop deck and garden outdoor space offer potential for higher rent premiumsThe 400 sq/ft two-car garage can be leased separately or repurposed, which is a significant value-add in PhillyZoning and Expansion Potential:The property is zoned RM-1, with existing rights to build 2 additional units by right, without zoning board hearings or red tape.

Basic answer, but to increase cash flow you have to increase income or reduce expenses. 

We obtained the full financial package, and the seller's "Pro Forma" is built on a complete fantasy.The descriptive reason for the high cap rate is that the seller is using deceptive and impossible expense projections.To get their advertised 15.26% cap rate, they are projecting that as their Gross Rent increases by $75,900, their Total Operating Expenses will simultaneously decrease.Here's the breakdown of their math:Taxes: They assume $0.00 in property tax increases, which is impossible.

In Jan/Feb 2028 I plan to replace flooring and update the kitchen cabinets and counter top.https://www.smokymountainviews.com/shell-mountain-cabin-orp5...Yeah, I’m basically adding $125K in value for about $100K spent, plus it should increase my rent.  

I learned in the past week the housing authority in my area stopped approving rent increases May 1, 2025.