While I believe I operated with many of these strategies and tactics EVENTUALLY, I spent a long time “spinning my wheels” early on when trying to negotiate before establishing a rapport.  

Whichever method of lead generation you decide on, aim to establish and maintain a relationship with prospective sellers. 

Originally posted by @Ernesto Hernandez:@Jay Hinrichs I HIGHLY respect all that you post and I regret missing your visit to San Francisco recently.

I appreciate and give you my respect for the feedback. 

Eliminate debt, establish a budget, and save.

Both homes have mortgages, about 37% Loan to value, at an exceptional rate of 2.625% (15 yr and 20 yr respectively, both refinanced in 2020). 

If you get your system and modeling down and follow what I mentioned above with respect to coming up with your strike price/offer price, you shouldn't look back if someone overpays for the property.

@Chris Piper  all do respect way to much info , to many spend so much time reading books watching videos, going to seminars, and building their " Power Team " .

@Paul Lucenti  "I don’t believe there can be a bad asset - if something is lining your pocket and you are establishing equity, that really cannot be bad.

Your GC will know how to apply for the correct permits.Avoiding the issues in the future is a function of respecting the permitting process in the first place.