They would have to have a smaller layout and then completely re fabricate the whole kitchen.....It's basically just not worth it.

I met a future business partner at a live auction although it didn't work out.

If things don't work out with them we'd love to help fund your deal.

If you focus on that first, the cost of construction will work out.

It flipped the market from a seller's market (offering $30k over asking to get your offer looked at) to more of a buyer's market where we can now negotiate with sellers, work out seller financing, or get deals under market value.

If I play my cards right and take action judiciously, I know it can work out.

For example, maybe think about a provision that gives you a way out of the contract if you cannot work out a short sale with the bank for $X.

A lot of them would probably work out great, but ultimately you need to do what works for you.I am a property manager here on the Big Island in Kona.

Maybe it would work out. 

You build a solid reputation as a deal closer, vs someone who bails when their portion of the deal doesn't work out.