Hi Jemini, I would start by doing research in the markets you're interested in to see what the rents vs. purchase prices are along with looking at the supply and demand of the market. 

There is a $200 cancellation fee to cover the extensive materials and supplies we give you when you join. 

This imbalance intensifies buyer competition, driving up home prices as demand outstrips supply.2.

.-- The influx of STR supply has certainly brought down Airbnb revenues the last few years for everyone.

Limited labor and resources : Unlike the catastrophic fires in Lahaina Hawaii there are significant resources in Los Angeles to contribute to recover, but quality contractors, tradesman, plumbers, electricians and laborers have long been in short supply.

., $300 for paint and supplies) and add a fair hourly rate for labor.

I was thinking he supplies the down payment and acts as a silent partner.

Additionally, the supply of homes for sale is constrained because of this and will be for some time putting upward pressure on prices in most markets.Thinking about renting your house in Seattle would be wise as someone else will pay the mortgage down, and rents and the value of the property will go up over time.

The supply of rentals would be impacted, but the final impact will depend on the local market.

Have you sent your material list to a supply house to be quoted, have you arrived at a quote with your subs?