Sometimes, a few small upgrades are enough to freshen it up without doing a full remodel.Here are 6 smart, budget-friendly tips:1️⃣ Add Shelves:Extra shelving gives tenants more storage and makes even small bathrooms feel more spacious.

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And remember that if you're doing a 1031 exchange, you have an additional 45 days after the close of your sale to identify your potential replacements.

So before I rip anything out I would 100% replace that gasket or at minimum check it and reseat it.

Any tips on how to get started with house hacking and investing once i graduate ???

Any tips on managing cash flow?

I'm in the process of buying a long term hold rental and would love some tips or advice from those that have done student housing by the room. 

If there are any other strategies or people in departments that have tips for me I am open to learn them I have done extensive research before to get to this point. 

If you have any tips, insights, or resources that helped you gain information about the market, even if its not specific to Houston, I'd love to hear them.

Other parts can wear out, fail, or be damaged and require replacement.