.- Inspectors: definitely make sure everything is to code.

From unexpected fees and rigid terms to missed opportunities due to slow funding processes—these factors could be impacting your bottom line more than you realize.Have you ever re-evaluated your financing strategy?

Another option would be to look at a self-directed IRA where you could use those funds to make the down payment directly from the IRA. 

Selling to a friend who sells to you again would not be an arms length transaction because you have a personal relationship with them and also you would pay closing costs twice to make this happen which is expensive. 3.

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They are the classic bad syndication company that makes risky investments with bad financing structures.

Hi Maggie,  there are great ways to make money in expensive ca markets.  

She bought her condo a year ago, we lived in it, remodeled, and were planning to make it a medium term rental after I purchased a house with my brother.

Both units were separately metered with all mechanicals in working order, making it an ideal property for investors.

Ask the builder for a timeline, make him commit to a timeframe and scope for repair.