Most people wont go that extra step.Oh, and by the way, don't send beautiful well designed post cards.

Just keep in mind that the people here are human, make mistakes, and do things "their way," and you should always do your own diligence on whatever questions you ask.

Well besides the hard costs (construction, materials) and soft costs (permitting, architecture, fees, engineering) people often forget holding costs. 

Same reason people ask criminal record. 

In addition to the workmanship, you want to work with someone who is good at managing time, people and his relationship with you, his client :-)    We are actually building out a network of approved contractors because one of the biggest pain points investors and landlords face in Philly is finding reliable solutions. 

I offer listing price and a bunch of people swooped in and bid up the price, so I checked out. 

In some cases yes, in most cases, that is not suitable for alot of people. 

Maybe a bark collar would work, although I have admit some people think they're mean.

More people are off, but will they be busy and the listing get lost in the sauce of festivities?

Hi,Sourcing my creative finance people for some advice here for a begginer real estate investor.