Want to turn some sweat equity into value? Fixer- uppers offer a chance to take a diamond in the rough and make it a home worth living in or selling. When working with fixup properties you really need to know your numbers. There are fixup homes in every price range including upscale foothills homes in some pretty fancy neighborhoods. You’ll want to pay close attention to your inspections so that you are not surprised later. There is often serious competition for fix up homes in Tucson because it is one of the best ways to gain equity in a home speedily.