Like you keep saying, it’s a lot of variables to really nail down.

Roof first, you dont need the debris, dirt and ladders against your new siding, no matter how much they tarp or plywood it off.Windows/siding, depends on type of windows your using, new builds which have flanges to nail to wall sheeting go before siding, if using inserts which nail inside old window frames, do whenever.

Bill Exeter and Dave T nailed it.Ned Carey, exactly, there is no limit; however, you have to look at a practicality standpoint.

No nails in woodwork, etc.- Are utilities included?

J Scott, you nailed it for me:" one of the things I do like about real estate specifically, is that there's so much to know/learn that I always have the option to try something new or put another twist on what I'm already doing.

He stated he would even consider the number of screws or nails it would take.Keep in mind, these two mentors never used inspectors.

@Chris Martin hit the nail on the head when he said that most lenders will not allow you to assign the contract.As to finding the market value.

I swear, half of them are crazy enough that nobody would believe they are true.You hit the nail on the head, my parents thought I was nuts when I started 6 years ago.

There have been many caught at this and yes the FBI will nail them.. there was a case in NC 10 years or so ago were guys got huge fines and jail time.basically if your at a sale and two or three bidders are going for the same property and they start whispering to each other then suddenly stop or the property gets sold for 1 dollar over you kind of know some deal was made.In our market there were many that would just show up with cashiers check's qualify to bid with no intention of buying their only reason for being there was to get the 1 to 2k pay off.

I guess when the only tool you are comfortable using is a hammer you tend to see every problem as a nail.