Haha...we do frequent Abuelo's pretty often!

Often times the people who are lending 100% are either in the Lend-to-own business or they are big fans of the non-refundable EMD's. 

I worked in law firms for 1/4-century, where I was the real estate specialist, and this happens more frequently than not. 

If they call to ask about a light bulb that burned out in the ceiling fan or the air filter in the HVAC, how well can you politely but firmly remind them that it's their responsibility.

@Steve S.When the intention is to BRRRR, I frequently recommend asking your loan officer to quote you a rate where the rebate covers the closing costs.  

@Brian Burns, I have a very targeted neighborhood, and walk it frequently with my husband and children.

I personally am not a fan of this type of investing, but its depends on your strategy. 2)  If you have good credit and the cash to put down, you finance the property through a bank.  

Yes, this happens and naive sellers fall into this pit frequently & easily. 

As another datapoint, I frequently check the web traffic of the big players as a proxy of popularity, investor views, etc.  

So I feel 1% allows me to account for a little adjustment)Vacancy Rate = 11%Closing Costs = 2%Selling Costs = 6%Cleaning and Maintenance 0.8%Property Management = 11%Repairs = 8%CapEx = 12%Taxes = 1.2% (I tend to adjust this one frequently, but this is my default)Insurance = 0.5%Other Expenses = 0.1% (my flex money as a "just in case")Initial Renovation Costs = $500