In regards to escalator/escalation clause - in NC, we had our attorney draft one for us (fill-in-the-blanks) since we started submitted our offers with them.

I got into detail of what they were looking for first.. then I qualified that they had the money and were ready to go ( like a good car salesmen does) then I picked 3 properties ( back before the internet ) One I knew they might like one that pretty sure they would not and one I knew fit all the criteria and they would buy. then I asked for the order point blank and wrote it up usually on the Hood of my car.. contract with NCR paper and off er went to escrow. 

Below are the biggest factors to consider when thinking about a basement conversion house hackThe Advantage of Basement ConversionsBasement conversions stand out as a particularly appealing option for several reasons:High Availability: A large portion of single-family homes in Colorado Springs come with basements, making this strategy widely applicable.Cost-Effectiveness: Basements often provide a blank slate at a lower cost compared to other types of renovations or property conversions.Simplicity for Beginners: For those new to real estate investment or house hacking, converting a basement can be a more straightforward and manageable project.Potential DrawbacksLike any investment strategy, there are cons to consider:Privacy Concerns: Living in a basement means less privacy and the possibility of noise from upstairs tenants or vice versa.But remember this is a strategic move to improve your financial situation.

If you are trying to underwrite 50+ unit properties, Michael Blank as a good syndication calculator you can buy along with a course for a couple hundred bucks. 

If you were a cash buyer you provide your bank statement with the account numbers blanked out and close in 4 or five days not thirty.

@Dexter Harris just a recommendation, I purchased the Micheal Blank deal analyzer and it's well worth the $129 or whatever it was. 

There is the old saying, "don't blank in my face and tell me it's raining" might apply to some who can't grasp.

@Jennifer Slaughter I just started listening to Michael Blanks podcast too.

I'm looking into @Michael Blank coaching program.  

Spending $40K on a home is much better than spending $40K on blank promises and misleading companies looking to make a quick buck off of your hard sweat.