That's why for deals like this, you will see people utilize bridge loans where they will lend up to 75% LTV and fund capex potentially because the property has problems and they are looking more at the future value and operations.

There are probably many posts that contain similar information to this one, but I thought it would be of value to future and existing investors who are starting their journey.We recently completed rehabbing a duplex we bought for $93k and rehabbed for $75k (in retrospect, we could've negotiated a lower price 🤷‍♂️ - discussion for a different post), hitting an ARV of $190k when our target ARV was $170k.Two things that stood out for me that helped us secure a higher ARV that anyone can use in their next BRRRR were:1) Fix the property to be in the top 75th percentile -> To improve our success rate, we consulted with both our agent and our PMC on what kind of materials and finishes the best properties (highest ARV Comps and Rent Rates) had in the area.

Maybe give them an additional 24-48 hrs to vacate. if not vacated by this new deadline, let them know that you will begin eviction proceeding and it will go on their record making it difficult to lease in the future.

Make sure that this won't put your future buyer in hot water with the VA or his lender. 

If the answer is another investor & you reasonably believe it will be an investor for the foreseeable future, you may want to reconsider whether it is a SF home you want to own as a rental.

Yes, Get an application from each future resident age 18 and older.

Here is my short list:Overestimating the After-Repair Value (ARV):Investors sometimes overestimate the future value of a property after renovation.

I know that I can keep going as an owner builder, but I also want to build new construction commercial properties, as well as having the GC license for credibility when working with other investors in the future. 

I think long term future trends will continue to support affordable real estate markets. 

It's an investment and no one can guarantee what the future holds.