It looks like they are sending out refund contracts kind of on a first-come, first-serve basis, with some levels of priority because there are so many investors in these deals, which is why I'm telling you today to get moving on this ASAP given the number of investors who are jumping in for refunds.I do not recommend you stay in this deal because they will be raising prices.

This level of professionalism becomes second nature.Frankly, when you come from a corporate background and you enter REI you are shocked by how primitive most "investors" operate.

My question is are you putting all of your money in the stock market, or are you still doing some level of real estate investing?

For example, the stairway is not level and you would have to scrap the house and rebuild to live here.

I think the before vs after pictures really speak primarily to your experience and ability to execute a project so it can help lenders gain comfort with future projects and allow you demonstrate what level of detail you except out of your contractors.

Now that is a very high level example but the appreciation is not gone if that makes sense you will capture the ballpark same appreciation if the properties are comparable.  

Since you're analytic savvy, run some high level amortization schedule scenarios to see how much equity you gain through annual principal payments.

It’s great to hear you’re ready to take things to the next level in the residential space.

The answer to this will come down to comfort level, funds available, and strategy you are looking to implement. 

I sold my company to a national PMC named PURE,  they have a large footprint in California and are always looking for people at most levels.