Cleaning the landscape makes a huge difference.

I've been seeing: AS-IS contract, Sub to addendum, Authorization of release, power of attorney.

This will increase the return above what can be obtained on a passive investment.The flipside of having the power to control everything is that can be alot of work (and a full-time job if you are putting in sweat equity).

Sometimes, money can motivate people to actually clean up their properties.  

He explain that to remove the dust, I could clean the areas very well.

We used to do pet deposits, but now we collect a one-time "pet fee" upfront that is designated for damage repair and cleaning on the back end. 

@Kent KettellThe advantage of leverage is that it lets you extend your purchasing power.  

As an investor friendly real estate broker focused on Oregon Coast STR vacation rentals for sale, these are the testimonials that affirm how powerful of a resource and community Bigger Pockets truly is. 

The place has been clean and quiet until a new tenant moved in last month.

Transactional funding definitely seems like a powerful tool for quick flips.