or is something better for sale?

Are my sales skills top notch, no.

As of today, May 19, 2024, he is advertising a single family house for sale in Rosedale (Queens), NY for $250k, while stating that it will be a short sale once a prospective buyer makes and offer that's accepted by the seller after providing proof of funds. 

During the renovation phase, adhere strictly to the scope of work and budget, conducting regular walkthroughs to monitor progress and ensure quality.As the project nears completion, prepare for sale by staging the property to highlight its best features and create buyer appeal.

Here are title cost numbers from my last deal in Lake Oswego ($625k sales price):Title agent fee: $1100Owner's title policy: $1425Recording fee: $350MERS: $25There may be transfer taxes depending on what county the property is in, as well.Chris

(Land and construction cost, expected sale price, etc.)My last development in Chicago looked like this:Land = $300kConstruction Cost $650kHolding Cost/Closing Cost/etc. $50kProfit roughly $100kThat project was in Bucktown on the nw side of Chicago.

So when you close with people, you'll have a chance to scale. 

With risks bring the higher chance the cards will collapse.

If you're negative and looking at potential deferred maintenance I'd sale it and enjoy the memories. 

While this can be appealing for short-term liquidity without immediate monthly payments, it often comes at the cost of significant equity upon sale.