I disagree.Unless you can show them photos of another house you've done, or the home is in close-to-finished shape, I wouldn't show an unfinished home.People have no vision.

So there is no need for you to disprove other's people successful stories and their vision of the real estate agents future.

The vision is becoming a reality.

Sadly my friends don't share the same vision i do.

Visions of a small man behind a big curtain come to mind.....  

Chose my location based on the job, convenience, and family, rather than where was affordable and good for investments.Your traditional Asian parents may not see the vision of REI yet (and may never), but I bet they would be all for you buying your primary residence.

I obviously want to be hands on and have a say, but having someone like this that could take my vision and make it a reality all while managing the ins and outs would be huge, especially when trying to scale my business. 

I prefer to work with licensed general contractors and people who understand my vision for the flip.

Can you share a bit more about your strategy & vision for your investment business?

There are so many people involved in this business, even if only peripherally.