Combined with your misc cost you're doing better, but I'm just saying don't go by the %, go by the $$$.Just to again reinforce the appraisal value issue.

A good foundation contractor will not rush to sell you foundation repair if he sees that what you are experiencing is normal seasonal Most of the houses investors deal with in DFW area that are less than 40 yrs old are concrete slab with reinforcing beams.

I'd recommend three things (1) find out their motivation for selling and their needs and try to solve them (2) if they like that a broker is not involved due to cost savings or other reasons, don't hesitate to reinforce it and (3) establish a relationship/rapport with them...family stuff, kids, sports, common interests, whatever.  

Thanks for the reinforcement. 

I'm not sure where the OP is with regards to their investing career, but I wanted to reassure them that escape clauses do exist and should be used when the situation arises.But to reinforce your point, wholesalers should not use escape clauses to back out of deals.

Thanks for reinforcing the facts David!

I do this to reinforce the information I have learned.I understand that I have fear of not succeeding and truly destroying what I want to be but willing to let they help me learn and understand more of where I need to grow.

I suspect an oil tank under a concrete pad that has reinforcement bars.

There has been a lot of discussion on this topic already, but I would like to reinforce that creating LLC's is very easy to do online at the state department of revenue or secretary of state for most states.  

It not only helps to seal the envelope of the house, but it serves as a sound barrier, reinforces the structure of the ceiling, and serves as a fire retardant barrier, which is a requirement in DC.