I can assure you that there can be instances where you can set up note transactions that will smoke your calculator.

You might check with smaller outfits too like Co/Lab lending, Preferred Mortgage, Aceland Mortgage, and co-ops/credit unions.

I’ve faced this dilemma on nearly every deal, and after completing 30+ BRRRRs and 75+ flips, here’s how I now approach the decision:1.My preference is to ALWAYS BRRRR, if the numbers work.

New construction, builder preferred lender helped buy down rate, I negotiated builder to add appliances and blinds, and negotiated price.

The 18% rate from the lender is the same as our preferred return.We consider this more a bridge loan as it gets us to the pre-sale stage, and we can use pre-sale funds to pay off this debt position, essentially refinancing.

Properties within walking distance of the Strip will likely attract more guests since most visitors prefer the convenience of being close to the main attractions.

My preferences are still Zillow and Apartments.com

., missing property taxes or HOA fees), unreliable rent estimates, and the time-consuming process of manually calculating metrics like cash flow or ROI.Platform Preference: A web-based platform would work well for in-depth analysis, but a mobile app would be crucial for on-the-go research and quick evaluations, especially when touring properties.Wish-List Features: A tool that integrates local market data (rental demand, appreciation rates, or vacancy rates) and offers scenario modeling (e.g., "What happens if I increase rents by 10%?")

But I prefer the guidance of someone with experience.Thanks in advance for any guidance provided. 

From my experience, many investors prefer to stay hands-off and avoid the day-to-day operations—managing contractors, solving unexpected issues, or finding a replacement electrician.