Similarly, homes that have unusual layouts or less traditional features often benefit from full staging, as it helps buyers envision how the space can work for them.That said, even in more budget-conscious markets, full-service staging can still provide a significant return on investment, especially if the home has been on the market for a while or if it's empty and lacks warmth.

@MIchael McCUe   I get it, it feels like an incredible weight that you could easily lift with bankruptcy.

I may explain that while I’d like to buy/finance/invest in his property, I need to earn a certain return on my invested capital for the given amount of risk, and if not able to earn the return on the subject deal than I will on the next deal.  

As far as I know, it generally doesn't work in the US anymore as you describe now that interest rates have returned to a normal level.I totally agree with @Henry Clark that, if I want to invest in Italy, I want mass tourism and STRs.

For real estate investors, it’s a golden opportunity to adapt to market needs, contribute to solving the housing crisis, and achieve solid returns.

The point of the contract is to provide value to both buyers and sellers and  this deal saves the buyer over $1M in interest and easily $100k in furnishings while getting the seller their full equity and saving buy side/sale side realtor commissions.

If they are professional, they can explain this quickly and easily.

In 2019, I launched my own revenue management agency to help Airbnb owners boost their income and achieve greater returns on their short-term rental properties.

Investors in these type deals look for say 12 - 14% annualized return.  

This should include potential rental income, expenses (including property taxes, insurance, maintenance, and potential vacancy), and your expected return on investment.