🚌 Estimating & Rehab Bus Tour: A Hands-On Journey Through Dayton Real Estate
On June 20th and 21st, 2025, a vibrant green-and-red bus rolled through the streets of Dayton, Ohio—not as a sightseeing tour, but as a mobile classroom for aspiring and seasoned real estate investors. The “Estimating & Rehab Bus Tour” brought together a dynamic group of attendees for an immersive, hands-on experience in property evaluation and offer-making.
🔍 What Made This Tour Unique?
Unlike traditional seminars confined to hotel conference rooms, this tour took learning to the streets. Participants visited five real properties across Dayton, each offering a unique set of challenges and opportunities. With boots on the ground, they practiced:
- Estimating rehab costs with real-world examples
- Evaluating property potential based on location, condition, and market trends
- Making offers—with at least one offer submitted during the tour!
🛠️ Learning by Doing
The heart of the event was its workshop-style approach. Attendees didn’t just listen—they measured, calculated, and strategized. Guided by experienced investors and rehab specialists, they learned how to:
- Spot hidden costs and structural issues
- Prioritize renovations for ROI
- Use tools and templates for accurate cost estimation
- Navigate the offer process with confidence
🤝 Building Community
Beyond the technical skills, the tour fostered connections. Participants shared insights, asked questions, and built relationships that could lead to future partnerships. The energy was high, the conversations were rich, and the bus itself became a hub of collaboration.
🏡 Why Dayton?
Dayton’s diverse housing stock and active investment market made it the perfect backdrop. From distressed properties with potential to turnkey opportunities, the city offered a real-world lab for learning and deal-making.
Whether you're new to real estate or looking to sharpen your rehab estimating skills, events like this prove that the best way to learn is by doing. Keep an eye out for future tours—your next investment opportunity might just be one bus ride away.