They made some excuses that because production wasn't really down much and unemployment was still low that it wasn't a recession but I think that was bogus.

Definitely should check out J Scott's book on estimating rehab costs: https://store.biggerpockets.com/products/the-book-on-estimat...I wrote a long article a while back on due diligence that would also be worth reading (well, at least I think it is): https://www.biggerpockets.com/blog/due-diligence-ultimate-gu...

Some of them are close to 2021 levels as well, ofcourse this will be product dependent however in Australia the prices have gone up to the tune of 15-20% YOY since last 3 years so quite surprising.

The problem isn't food production, it is food waste.

I agree that the influencer would have to be a fit for your product or house.

Get a title search, or see if the county does one and if you can get a copy; it may be considered attorney work product and non-public, but you can always ask.Also, see if you have any local investor groups and if so, if anyone has experience and can walk you through some of it.

Google Kumulori.com to see book.Is this a good type of local gift product for Airbnb and hotels?  

Let the cleaning company use a product like MoldX or any fungicide. 

I am willing to go so far as to say they intentionally are seeking investment sources who don't have the means or sophistication to conduct appropriate diligence.Sadly social media has made it far easier for these bad actor capital raisers to get in front of their target audience with ease.

Reason being - conventional financing is way more favorable compare to FHA when it comes to competing offers.Fannie/Freddie is offering a 5% down conventional loan product on owner occupied small multifamily properties as of Nov 2023.