If it's a really rough area the percentage will continue to climb about 10% upwards of 15%.  

I have seen all these scenarios play out in real time.And there are certain states I simply would not loan at all..

I have found most are willing to work out some sort of deal, after all we are all just business minded individuals playing in the real estate space.

So far I have raised some capital and will continue to do so until i find the right opportunity.

Please continue to share your knowledge, expertise on BP. 

If I can continue to meet people like you on here that are willing to help out, I feel pretty good about being successful. 

Then one these builders set price points thee new con homes become comps for re-sales and...you get the cycle.New builds have more problems, to me.My play, since I am a contractor as well, is always to find rehab to rent deals.

Don't count chicken until it hatched, in this case I always continue advertising until I get lease signed, rent and security deposit money in my account, doing move in check list, and give them the key, then I can take my sign and deactivate all the ads.

If she is still giving me negative tone through the email then I will move on and continue looking for more great deals. 

I need advise from experienced investors on my options to tap the equity to continue investing and growing.