What are the top characteristics or abitilies that make a general contractor attractive to the real estate investment world? 

It sounded like he said it was the observable common characteristic of neighborhoods in Sacramento that retained their value well during the last crash. 

This doesn't mean that you cannot employ this strategy successfully in an area that lacks those characteristics, but having strong fundamentals allows you to raise up your sail and allow the winds to push you.

Perhaps you could narrow down the optional structures that make the most sense to you and ask for feedback about which one has favorable characteristics based on the facts you provide, a little more so.I hope that helps!

As you begin to see characteristics, and values in them that you admire it will be easy for you to identify them in yourself.

Appraisers will consider prices and costs in the valuation process when developing a value opinionPurposes and Characteristics of ValueThe purpose of a valuation or an appraisal is usually indicated in the value concept employed, for example: market value, assessed value, condemnation value, liquidation value, cash value, mortgage loan value, fire insurance value, etc.

It takes organization, tough skin consistency, willingness to sacrifice, and alot of other characteristics most people don't have.

Make sure you tally the characteristics by size, shape and amenities.

Show me any other investment where you have these 2 characteristics, and you'll get me excited. 1.

Comps being sold properties with characteristics that match your subject property.