It took over 145 days, even though I was ready to close on day 60. 

Highlighting the strong profit potential and taking measures to address any concerns about costs, scope, or holding risks will make this an even stronger pitch.

There are quite a few solutions out there so that even the most tech challenged person can pay electronically.

- Trying to meet the unrealistic expectations of newbie investors is tough/impossible for even the best PMCs!

The two countries may seem similar, but they are so different and I say that with my sister's family (who are American) sitting in the same room as me right now.For housing, I can't think of many Canadian cities where you can buy a house under $100K (or even $200K).

They don't even sell courses.So, Licensing Experts definitely aren't a guru. 

Even if you are negative cash flowing but living there, it may be worth it, as you are not paying rent to someone else.

You haven't even asked about your BIGGEST challenge - finding "trustworthy" contractors.- Most contractors will cut corners, or worse, once they figure out they won't be watched closely:( Your job will also go to the bottom of their priority list.Monitoring progress is relatively easy: hire that same inspector to go by weekly or before any payments to take a VIDEO of:1) What was done2) Quality of workmanshipOne other thing you didn't ask about, payments to contractors.- They all want 50% down or as much as they can squeeze out of you. 

You can get into a home for little or even nothing down, perhaps add some value by renovation, then hop to a new primary residence in a year with little or nothing down, and repeat.

However, once you have a relationship built up and solid track record with your private lenders, you should be able to also do 2nd (and even 3rd position).