from your experience do you know if appraisers would choose closer comps but adjust a different search criteria such as a lower br/ba criteria and adjust the arv by 5-10k on a lower lower room or bathroom count or would they prefer a property further out just to match that criteria. this is probably a case by case basis.

Real estate isn’t just numbers on paper; it’s about people and their preferences, which can be hyper-local.Your insights reinforce the importance of disciplined investing and doing the homework to understand your specific market nuances.

Walkable neighborhoods and mixed use properties are our preferred sweet spot.

Does anyone have a recent Section rental experience in SLC (preferably Sandy) they can share with me? 

It's still important for each individual to test the software platforms to see which one they prefer.

You might check with smaller outfits too like Co/Lab lending, Preferred Mortgage, Aceland Mortgage, and co-ops/credit unions.

I’ve faced this dilemma on nearly every deal, and after completing 30+ BRRRRs and 75+ flips, here’s how I now approach the decision:1.My preference is to ALWAYS BRRRR, if the numbers work.

Properties within walking distance of the Strip will likely attract more guests since most visitors prefer the convenience of being close to the main attractions.

The 18% rate from the lender is the same as our preferred return.We consider this more a bridge loan as it gets us to the pre-sale stage, and we can use pre-sale funds to pay off this debt position, essentially refinancing.

New construction, builder preferred lender helped buy down rate, I negotiated builder to add appliances and blinds, and negotiated price.