Unfortunately, this isn't always an easy relationship.What if you, as a buyer, like a home but despise its wood-paneled walls, shag carpet and lurid orange kitchen?

It's 100% possible just more leg work to get it done. 

I personally wrote up offers on behalf of my clients with $150K over-asking price in Orange County, Ca.  

I  used a brokerage out Orange County by the name of Allure Capital the head broker is KC James.

They can bring in the money and you can provide the leg work. 

If it was an ac unit you supplied then yes, it would be your responsibility to ensure it was functioning properly.I really don’t think he has a leg to stand on in court.

My tenant moved out a couple of days ago, and when I walked through the unit, I discovered that he had removed the curtain and curtain rod, detached the room air conditioner, and caused significant scratches on the hardwood floor from the metal bed frame legs.

It's apples, oranges, and bananas.

The current GM does a lot of the leg work, I think I have opportunity to capture the marketing and booking dollars spent by doing that work on my own. 

Quote from @Jackson Ebersole: Hi Piper,It's always smart to flip properties in-state, and I'd like to share some updated insights on why this approach is beneficial, especially in the New Jersey area.Lenders typically feel more comfortable with in-state flips because:You can manage the rehab more easilyYou have better knowledge of local real estate trends and valuesYou can respond quickly to issues or make decisions fasterThere's a lower risk of fraud or being taken advantage of by distant partnersI can help you with recommendations for the New Jersey market:North Bergen: Continues to show strong potential, with average profits now around $150,000 per flip and a gross ROI of 85%.Willingboro: While specific flip numbers aren't available, the market remains active with a gross ROI now averaging around 130%.Gloucester City: Still a top performer, with gross ROI hovering around 180-190%, though still on smaller profit margins.Irvington: Home values have continued to rise, with a 20% increase over the past two years.East Orange: Has seen steady growth, with home values up by about 16% since 2022.Paterson: Experienced a 14% increase in home values over the last two years.Additionally, Jersey City and Newark have emerged as promising markets for flips, with strong appreciation rates and growing demand.