Two - In my due diligence, it looks like the only real option to make this unit legal is a special permit and variance, therefore, causing me to update the whole building with sprinklers, fire alarm, and meeting stretch code (certainly not enough meat on the bone for this route).  

It needed to be at least cash flow neutral to meet our "buy" requirements.One year later our thesis is working.

I'm meeting with my agent today to discuss, but remember, this is my first time purchasing a home/investment so any insight would be appreciated.My closing date is scheduled for 11/22 - this is coming up fast!

And you get the benefit of having over 100 past ones to catch up on.Locate and attend 3 different local REIA club meetings great place to meet people gather resources and info.

If you haven’t done so, join AZREIA or smaller local meetups, where you may meet investors (who ought to be repeat buyers).  

The Book on Estimating Rehab Costs | Fix-and-Flip Investing Book – BiggerPockets Bookstore 2) Go to REIA meetings and specifically look for "Rehab Subgroups" or "Rehabber Meetups" that you can attend.

If you are interested, you can request to meet with them and/or submit an LOI detailing your offer on price, financing options, terms, and other items related to the purchase.If accepted, request Tax Returns for this business, and have an Accountant(reach out to me if you are looking for help with the Analytics of a business purchase) compare their financials to the Tax Return.

If there are local meet-ups or if there are people who are willing to connect, I'd like to hear about that, too.

Quote from @Kevin Lorick: Hi,Wondering if anyone has information on Real Estate meets ups in Philadelphia, Delaware or Maryland.

I’ve yet to meet a wholesaler who discloses their true intent.