We are entering the prime buying season - find other local investors and get their interest.With that said, there are a couple things that are unclear from your post. - The as is appraisal was for 275K,yet you are now expecting that it would be a reach to sell for 220K.

If your asset is older and/or smaller, you may have better luck with local community banks or credit unions.

Joining ULI/NAIOP in your local city could help too.

Apps like DealMachine can help, but a simple spreadsheet works too.Networking – Connect with local investors, wholesalers, and real estate agents.

It was just an offer (costs extra) through a local lender I used!

A key part of our team is our talented interior designer, who helps us add that extra flair to every property we touch.We’re eager to connect with local investors, agents, lenders, contractors, and anyone else who shares our passion for real estate.

I would recommend shopping around, especially with a local mortgage broker.

Other locals with similar experience had mentioned that this scenario might not be the best fit and it turned out to be correct.

Attend local builder associations or networking events, and focus on small contractors or businesses without in-house permit expertise.Highlight how you save time and ensure compliance—it’s a big value-add.

We have a local competitor that brags they don't charge a maintenance markup, yet we know:1) They charge owners $60/hour for their handyman2) How much do you think they're paying their handyman?