Many experienced investors adapt by targeting deals with slightly higher percentages up to 75-80% while carefully analyzing potential risks and margins.

Many contractors get burned by property owners and getting paid through the lien process is no fun at all.Another thing to think about with GC’s asking for a large deposit is their ability to be in it for the long haul and to potentially handle multiple projects simultaneously.

I currently own rentals in Charlotte and Tampa and those were purchased with potential for large appreciation in mind -- not so much cash flow.

Instead of liquidating 1k in the stock, can I just give (transfer) him 1k in stock if he is OK with that (assume he is good with the investment and potential cap gains in the future)?

However, I have a weakness in one area that you have mentioned."

That should give you an idea of how much you can potentially charge. 

.• Our strategy: Buy a fixer-upper SFH in a “B” neighborhood, ideally with ADU (accessory dwelling unit) potential.

Those loans are great loans with potentially low down payments.

In my market I have found there are under performing apartment buildings between 10-20units that have potential to increase rents and cash flow.

They have HUGE benefits and small potential drawbacks.