And if they are a hobbyist/part-time builder, then they should engage the proper professionals, i.e. a title officer, civil engineer, architect, contractor et al to assist in reviewing the project's feasibility.

Apply the 70% rule to determine your maximum allowable offer, then negotiate and get the property under contract, ensuring your agreement includes inspection and financing contingencies.Arrange professional inspections to uncover any unforeseen issues, using these findings to negotiate concessions or confirm your repair budget.

Did you work with any real estate professionals (agents, lenders, etc.) that you'd recommend to others?

Take this time to make sure you have professional photos of the unit taken.

They would be better off paying the professional to do it quickly and correctly the few times they will need a garage door opener installed.Even though i open permits slightly regularly, when i open a permit in a new jurisdiction it typically has some unique quirks that i need to learn.  

I understand that means paying the right professional for their services. 

There's no accountability on tenant (simply fill out a bogus covid hardship form saying they cannot pay anything).Is it possible for me or some professional to do a credit report and dig up information on what their net worth is and go after their assets in the courts and the judge would force them to pay out of their checking / savings / retirement accounts?

Work Quality:I hired professionals to inspect the work, and they found multiple issues and evidence of negligence in the construction.

Did you work with any real estate professionals (agents, lenders, etc.) that you'd recommend to others?

For long-term strategies, a cash-out refinance is usually more advantageous, as it preserves ownership and offers fixed terms.To proceed, start with a professional appraisal to confirm the home’s value, compare refinance terms with traditional lenders, and carefully scrutinize shared-equity program terms to ensure they align with your financial goals.