But I think investors outside CA and other higher value markets aren't comparing apples to apple.  

Thankfully I haven't had many bad apples so far.

Apples and oranges.No bank wants a builder to sit on the asset once completed.  

This is the most expensive house in my area at $850,000Organic Apple & Pear orchard.

I am inclined to charge a nominal for additional rent to add a party but if they push back, you may have to let it go.Screening new party is non-negotiable.If you want to keep them, this might be a good chance to get them to sign for another year and just let the bad apple out.

Needless to say, I ran out of there so fast...but, at least I got a free sandwich, apple, chips, and drink...lol.Do not do it...do not pay for resources and education in this field; get your money back if you can...BP is the way to go as a guide.

If not, Apple's Final Cut Pro is now only $300.  

Its just sad a few bad apples spoil the bin for all of us.

You need to know a couple of things to make an offer:1) The "comps" - what did similar houses sell for recently (need a real estate agent partner to get these from MLS)2) The repairs needed on the subject propertyTo make it an apples-to-apples comparison, you need to understand the comp values in "$ per square foot" so you can apply that to your subject property.  

Few individuals within this process are looking to upset the apple cart in any way.