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.

Turkeys...damn turkeys on our decks...just hanging out...Not being sarcastic.

The repairs were mostly repairing drywall, some decking, some flooring. 

I recently closed on a BEAUTIFUL 4 plex in Northwest Arkansas. The property is than 10 years old, I know what is good/bad about these as I own one now. They really don't need a reno, just some minor repairs on things ...

(For those who’ve got projects on deck but need fast funding options to stay ahead of costs — happy to share what’s been working for other investors lately.)

Only appropriate potted plants and other outdoor furniture are permitted on patios, decks and balconies.

Hey BP community,I’m in the early stages of putting together my first real estate syndication and wanted to reach out to the folks here who’ve already gone down this path.I’ve been deep in the weeds with deal structure, SEC compliance, and investor pitch decks — but I know there’s always stuff you only learn after doing your first raise.So here’s what I’m wondering:What do you wish someone told you before your first syndicated deal?

For a first rehab, line up three options in parallel: 1) a rehab or bridge loan quote that funds a big chunk of purchase plus repairs, 2) private money using a credibility-first deck with your electrician background, scope, timeline, ARV range, and clear payback, and 3) a small HELOC or line of credit as your contingency to cover draws and surprises.

Their slide deck, 85 pages is on their website, They believe that they will increase the properties NOI by 45% over 5 yr hold, mostly through rent increases after doing 5K interior upgrades in all 252 units, thus adding 19 million to value of property.

I haven't had a lot of deals fall apart on me, but my very first deal (multifamily syndication) I didn't look at much beyond what the sponsor gave me in (what I thought) was a comprehensive deck about the project.