I believe this is fairly standard across the board.

.: I am trying to learn and understand... someone told me that its not just size of the home or level of the flip that determines profit, and that in some markets, what is considered a typical profit is 300k based on the 70% ARV formula.

Understand you have great equity position but it is expensive, but more importantly  takes a lot of time and very distracting from other money making activities to foreclose.

It helps you understand the areas where you want to invest, your rehab cost and where you money is going.

I also understand accounting and legality may play a role.

I understand Costa Rica may have different requirements, but $600 sounds steep and having to do it every year seems excessive.Thank you to anyone who can give me some advice.

They have taken strides to pave the way for ADUs - here’s the implications for real estate investors.It's crucial to understand Raleigh’s zoning rules for ADUs BEFORE deciding to implement this strategy on your current or future long term rental, Airbnb, student housing, MTR, house hack, flip, etc.

This is something I have been trying to understand. 

I mean can you consistently provide an industry standard finished product similat to what the licensed trades would provice)

At a minimum,  you should understand what the current zoning is and what restrictions there are.As the post above mentioned reaching out or going in person to speak with the planning and zoning department will be very helpful.