It's all about being unique while still addressing the actual needs of your target market.Find a way to appeal to your market subconsciously and you're even further along than the competition.

I will comment to that as it is a unique arrangement not mentioned before.It's a pre-arranged installment sale.

What other expenses would I incur that would differ from SFR or multi-family investing that are unique to condos?

Santa Cruz has a unique noise ordinance in that police do not have to provide a warning before writing a hefty fine for a noise complaint.

2) Even the lenders who have pre-approved me and agreed to carry this through the loan process have told me that due to the unique features of this property there is no guarantee that an acceptable appraisal can be obtained to substantiate the loan.

Kevin, good to hear, I'm sure you'll be compliant.As to the RE agent, you might just call the division of finance and run your arrangement by them, they will likely tell you what you should do.I believe the reason Cali has agents get involved with the note is due to them being involved in the real estate transaction.

Should I be hesitant about these types of houses and the lack of uniqueness, also pending that the contractor does good work and everything is where it should be.

Have a great time, I'm sure it will be an interesting and unique experience.

Not true in all areas of Albany, each neighborhood is unique.

There is a unique class of renter right now, a group of former homeowners who lost their homes to foreclosure or short sale during the past 4-5 years.