Cosmetic vs Complete Rehabbing: The Case for Each

The goal of purchasing, rehabbing and repositioning a property is to make a profit, period. That means every decision you make must have the bottom line in mind. That is especially important when it comes to deciding about the level of renovation required to reposition the property. Over the years I’ve been involved in everything [...]

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When to Refurbish (or Demolish) a Structure?

Believe it or not, a lot of work goes into real estate projects--in particular, the decision over whether a property should be renovated and refurbished, or demolished outright to make way for another structure. Personally, I much prefer renovation and refurbishment: I find it more cost-effective and efficient, and I’ve made much of my career [...]

Renovate Instead of Rebuild: Why Investors Should Rehab Existing Properties

If you look at big metropolitan areas, such as Los Angeles, Chicago, or Houston, it seems that high-rise apartment buildings are being built nonstop. These sleek glass and steel structures appear as if they’ve been lifted out of a postmodernist masterpiece. But despite the incredible appeal of these skyscrapers to renters and real estate investors, [...]