Despite the fact that some markets were faced with 200% YOY increases this/last year, there doesn't seem to be a justification for this UW assumption.

As a hard money guy with my finger on the pulse of the lending market I'm always happy to give you an idea of whether the pricing/terms you are being quoted are reasonable.

What are the market rents?

I guess my question to you all is, where have you had the best luck in finding contractors for your projects, specifically in Arizona’s market?

He told me that given that I was still fairly new to investing (5 years) that I should consider the benefits of having the extra cash on hand either for emergencies or for future down payments on additional properties.

The reason I want to sell is there is a property on the market I am absolutely in love with and wouldn't need to upgrade a single thing.

I'm not a fan of markets where laws are difficult for landlords.

Hello. I am thinking about offering a friend a land contract. I have no idea how to do it or what to offer.He has a existing mortgage on it that is not very much
1.Can I take over his mortgage at his rates? If I can ...

Property is still on the market and I am sure if I can find the funds they would consider me again.The property is going to be a challenge but since I don't have experience in investing I don't know if a hard money loan would work.Any ideas in funding? 

In any market, if the numbers work for you, it can be a good investment.