Could one of you stratify the BP population based on engagement?

The mystery of the post get you engaged. 

First, as Tanner suggested, engage a general contractor to assess the property and provide a detailed rehab estimate.

For example, can I simply let a friend borrow $25k & get paid back with some interest or is there some reporting & rules involved before engaging in such practices?

This means not only mapping the location of your existing utilities, but engaging with an experienced provider who knows how to work with your local utilities.

By engaging with fellow investors, you gain access to a wealth of practical advice and real-world lessons that can help you navigate the complexities of real estate investing more effectively.Don't hesitate to ask questions, regardless of how basic they may seem.

I would be very cautious of engaging with Steadily especially in the initial quoting and payment process.

(Not a bad idea since these properties are on no one's list, but it's very time consuming.)Engagement sequence would be a mailer with a handwritten address (This is also very expensive and time consuming. 

And if the profile was created in 2020 or later, I generally assume it's fake and refuse to engage unless there's some really convincing evidence otherwise.

Begin by engaging at the local level, attending the REIA meetings in your area.