In my experience, which is limited, in Houston it's around $150 sf.

For example they say they use a special proprietary mold remediation serum that they spray to eliminate any mold growth, but mold armor from the hardware store/ bleach is the same stuff basically.

Buying in small towns can also limit you access to trades or they charge you more for the trip. 

You can google how to do it but local hardware store should have all the tools you need.

It’s a negative, limiting stance, completely opposed to the spirit of real estate investing.

Keep in mind the occupancy limits in the different states here. 

You’ve accused me of selling a “pipe dream,” but it seems like you’re projecting your own limitations onto others.

Often times moving too fast with a limited margin for error can be a breeding ground for bad days ahead.

I appreciate the clarification on loan assumptions and the limitations around HELOCs.

Quote from @Doug Stankavich Stankavich: Update from my limited experience: My brother-in-law no longer works there due to very confusing and shady communication or lack thereof.