The market has been only going "up" so far, why would I set the price at anything less than what I think I can stretch out of it?

Valuations got stretched and they're in a tough spot now. 

This can strain your finances and affect the feasibility of the deal.Down Payment: The seller's requirement of a 20% down payment can be a substantial initial investment, and if you're also facing rehabilitation costs, this may stretch your financial resources.Considerations:Rehabilitation Costs: Before proceeding, you should conduct a thorough inspection and get accurate estimates for the needed rehab work.

These are are mostly in FL, so might be a stretch if she is in CA. 

I get what you're going for, but my point is that if someone has a lien against a property you own, and they refuse to give you the information required to release that lien, it's not a stretch to see that you could just file a quiet title claim.

In light of the massive interest rate increases of late, it seems a stretch to say that sellers are gravitating to these kinds of arrangements. 

LVP vs. hardwood OK but electrical, gas service, roofing, foundation repairs, etc. are areas where the buyer can come back to you if you stretch the truth in filling out the PCDS especially if you did the work without pulling permits. 

If you are playing long game your expense is stretched out of 27 years or whatever you and your tax pro choose.

It's not idea by any stretch but certainly better than what is there now.Another thought I had was a metal roof and then use spray foam and fill the area between the roof deck and living space.

Taxation of theseHmm...this may stretch my SME some...we may have to pull in some bigger guns to get it done.