Week of October 6, 2025
Hey everyone,
This week’s data paints a mixed picture: home prices are stabilizing with signs of renewed strength, while the Fed is split on what comes next for rates. Here’s what to know 👇
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Decide by exit: flips or heavy rehabs favor speed plus certainty; long holds or creative terms favor true private capital.

Hey everyone 👋I’m running numbers on a potential project and would love some input from anyone who’s done similar work recently.Project snapshot:2-story Baltimore rowhome (~1,100 sq ft)3 bedroom 2 bathFully abandoned, needs a complete gut down to the studsIf you’ve done a full gut renovation like this, could you share:Your approximate cost per square foot or total cost rangeAnd whether you’d recommend a GC or contractor you’ve personally worked withAppreciate any insight or referrals — always happy to return the favor or share my own vendor contacts 🙏

I am looking to get something done but maybe best to wait as rates will be more favorable.

For example:  Because I don't need representation, I negotiate the 3% difference to my favor.  

Quote from @Madi Shanahan: I'm looking at the property taxes, and laws favoring the tenants, as well as the current state of the economy and I'm second guessing if Chicago is still a smart area to invest in.

California is pretty well favoring the tenant so in case there is an evication, it may cost me a lot money and time.

Let’s say hypothetically  they were willing to sign a lien / deed of trust / mortgage in my favor to protect my position.Also, let’s say that the person that was selling and did the deed of trust to secure assumption ended up having a judgment at a later date.. could I foreclose on the deed of trust / mortgage to clear title?

So the ultimate scenario could be1. 1031 the old property into a 2,3, or 4 unit replacement with primary financing (more favorable financing).2.

If cash flow doesn't exist in your market, what many investors do is invest in smaller more affordable markets with a favorable price to rent ratio.3.