It’s a reminder that no matter how thorough the inspection, surprises are inevitable.Seller financing is a great focus too—definitely seems like a powerful tool to make deals more manageable, especially on the cash flow side.

I love how you emphasize starting early and building relationships; it’s a reminder that trust and credibility don’t happen overnight. 

Great reminder, thank you for sharing.

It reminds me of one of the TAX sale how to traveling freebie events that came to town last spring..

It reminds me of the “ Cutting the red tape for the rebuilding period.”

I assumed that when I said I needed to rehab the kitchen, I didn't need to remind the contractor that we needed electrical outlets.

A lot of people in the current fire area had their insurance canceled lately and are really screwed, Reminds me of Florida and the insurance problem caused by the hurricanes. the current fire has nothing to do with forest management. 

Hi Anthony-You asked about the best ways to find off-market deals for your in-laws to buy and move into and you are focussed on the Santa Barbara, CA area which I have been to and it is gorgeous.It kind of reminds me of an Ann Arbor on the ocean. :)Anyway, I like your strategy of driving and looking for houses in need of repair and sending handwritten letters and contacting rentals for the reasons you gave.

Thanks for the reminder that anything is possible after that journey.

It’s a reminder of how much a good team can make or break a project.