Safety Measures: New HVAC systems using A2L refrigerants will incorporate safety features like leak detectors and automatic shut-off valves.

Purchase price: $152,900 Exterior Improvements➤ Mailbox install, roof pressure wash, ramp removal➤ Smart locks on all exterior doors➤ New HVAC system with cage➤ Crawl space vent & door install, window functionality ensuredInterior & Safety Upgrades➤ Full interior paint (gray walls, white trim)➤ LED lighting throughout; smoke & detectors added➤ Deep clean, blade plug, fire extinguisher installed➤ Damaged doorknobs replaced; security system removedKitchen & Bath Renovations➤ Painted kitchen cabinets, new Formica counters, Hard wood flooring➤ Second bathroom addition in laundry area➤ Master bath: new vanity, resurfaced tub, LVP flooring, exhaust fanGeneral Repairs & Touch-Ups➤ Weather stripping, attic trim, drywall touch-ups➤ Tree limb removal, door painting, door hardware updatedStatus: Turnkey-ready, fully modernized, excellent rental appeal Nice!

Purchase price: $129,900 Investor Renovation Summary – 1748 Benning StreetExterior Improvements➤ New architectural shingle roof; porch painted gray➤ Painted posts/rails, new light fixtures & mailbox➤ Landscaping: mulch beds, timbers replaced, brick cleaned/repaired➤ Security bars/gates removed; exterior doors replaced with smart locksInterior Renovation➤ Full interior paint (gray walls), trim repair, paneling replaced➤ All blinds, window locks, and interior doors updated➤ New LED lighting, smoke & CO detectors, doorbell, HVAC ventsKitchen & Bath Updates➤ Cabinets painted/repaired; new counters, sink, vent hood➤ New stackable washer hookup & 220 outlet➤ Full bathroom remodel: tub, tile, vanity, toilet, exhaust fanMechanical & Final Touches➤ New HVAC system; attic ladder & drywall repairs➤ Water heater evaluated; deep clean completedStatus: Fully updated, turnkey-ready, ideal for rental or resale

Purchase price: $129,900 Investor Renovation Summary – 1748 Benning StreetExterior Improvements➤ New architectural shingle roof; porch painted gray➤ Painted posts/rails, new light fixtures & mailbox➤ Landscaping: mulch beds, timbers replaced, brick cleaned/repaired➤ Security bars/gates removed; exterior doors replaced with smart locksInterior Renovation➤ Full interior paint (gray walls), trim repair, paneling replaced➤ All blinds, window locks, and interior doors updated➤ New LED lighting, smoke & CO detectors, doorbell, HVAC ventsKitchen & Bath Updates➤ Cabinets painted/repaired; new counters, sink, vent hood➤ New stackable washer hookup & 220 outlet➤ Full bathroom remodel: tub, tile, vanity, toilet, exhaust fanMechanical & Final Touches➤ New HVAC system; attic ladder & drywall repairs➤ Water heater evaluated; deep clean completedStatus: Fully updated, turnkey-ready, ideal for rental or resale

It would have to be when you buy it as I would assume it would be difficult to do it when you 'finish' rehab (would be hard to establish without getting a full appraisal).Say the appraisal comes back and it's a 'surprise' subject to, like you forgot to install your smoke detectors or something, would that group then set the seasoning clock on when the property is no longer 'subject to'?

Low Renovation Risk + Inspection Safety NetsLandlords must meet HUD’s Housing Quality Standards (HQS): structurally sound units, working utilities, safety features (smoke detectors, secure locks), and cleanliness.

🔒Maintain Safety and SecurityInstall exterior lighting, security cameras, and smoke/carbon monoxide detectors.

Step 5: Turnover and Re-RentThis is the part most people underestimate: coordinating vendors, painting, cleaning, lock changes, appliance checks, smoke detector compliance, utility transfers - it’s a lot.

I paid solely for smoke cert and smoke detectors and fire extinguisher etc on purchase and sale. ($1,200)Once the work was completed, I listed the property while renovations were being completed for $950,000.

The window sill cannot exceed 44" from the finished floor level• There needs to be a• All apartments and hallways must have interconnected smoke detectors• One of the first floor apartments must be designed as a Type "B" accessible unit and must be on an accessible path• Accessible parking will be required for the buildingThe mechanical/electrical components of the building will need to be evaluated by an engineer to determine if modifications or upgrades will be required.An onsite review of the building may bring up additional issues beyond those mentioned in This is all very common building code requirements when doing multifamily.