I have even had to remove the skeletal remains of disconnected K&T that was totally cut and not in use due to my insurance company wanting all existing components whether functional or disconnected to be removed.

But joining a good Mentor and Networking group can be advantageous if you are missing any of the needed components. 

Be an area expert on contracts, zoning, value add components, contractors, and so much more. 

When buyers see this they automatically feel the work was done professionally.I will either be present or have a PM present at the home inspection for my sales that have a builder warranty component.

Even legal immigrants are not reliable numbers because they will/may be short-term residents and also do not have the same benefits or detriments of US citizens.

Being a nutrition and fitness coach, your point below is the largest component that I have seen. 

From there, our mastermind component really helps plug any gaps, answer burning questions, etc.

If you’re strategic about locations, management, and financing, STRs can still offer decent returns in the right market.I totally agree that it’s not all sunshine and rainbows in real estate right now, but if you’re strategic—especially with tax savings and a long-term focus—real estate can still be a viable option alongside other investments.I agree with everything you said but it’s also important to consider the Time component.

Knowledge and understanding of it is just one component of what makes someone successful in it.   

But most of these bridge loans have future funding components where the lender will fund renovation work as the work is completed and add that to the loan balance.