As a LO, the charity case client who wants to nickle and dime me over paperwork isn't going to close anyways, and so isn't worth working with.... sorry, but that's the reality. 

. (% are based on acquisition + rehab costs compared to exit value)I alos agree that a new investor will likely not have the same resources as a seasoned investor to obtain cash buyers nor will he/she be able to lock steeply discounted deals on a regular basis until they build some relationships and or systems.

If all else fails when a LO goes bad better to negotiate a cash for keys exit than let litigation take place.  

On a LO you pay them rent (the lease) and a small amount to reserve the right to buy (the option to get the deed).  

I will be using the place for a couple months a year and renting out the rest of the time.Specifically, any feedback on Encantada, or Terra Verde would be greatly appreciatedThank you!

Alos, this is largely a manufacturing town.

That part is for others readers Jay:) But I like where Trump buy and holds CA....Palos Verdes, San Francisco etc....

Being close to Ponte Verde area you have a lot of wealth management people in that area as well. 

Mike, we're still not completely on the same page, albeit close.You (and she) believe that, having a LO herself, she can turn around and enter into another LO contract with the "end buyer."

BEFORE I accept them as a LO tenant.