But as Chris mentioned, buyer has to own the property, not a contract for deed or something like that.

Those stores go with whoever wins the cheapest contract. 

You don’t get CA level appreciation in Kansas City.Some areas are high crime so need make sure you understand the neighborhood you are investing in, like any city all locations are not equal.Very car centric city, mass transit is not widely used, people don’t walk, they drive outside of a few very walkable locations in heart of the city. 

I am under contract for a 3 family home w a very unique set up. 2- 1 bedroom apartments and 3 and 4th duplex which has 5 bedrooms but only 1 bathroom this home is 8 min from Brown University in RI and 10 min from Johnson Wales. (6miles)Do u think its close enough to attract college students especially the duplex? 

I was not involved in contracts, funds, etc. 

You purchase title insurance in case there is a lien they missed.It sounds like you merely defaulted on the contract.

It'll be easier to start with a turn-key property, but if you have a good contracting team, a value add will typically offer better returns. 

I read this book, and within 3 weeks of finishing it had my next deal under contract because it helped me make my strategy decision and feel good about finally acting on itHappy to help if you have any more specific questions.

Example, buying a vacant lot from a neighbor and simply explaining that someone else will be on the contract in a few days is not easy.

in the heart of the delta.. what do you want to sell it for ?