I've been telling the RE agents (all have experience working with RE investors) that I want to focus on flipping right now, but I'm worried about the timing considering by the time we find and close a deal, rehab and ready to list, we would be in holiday season - probably the worst time to list a home.  

Hey,Do you think it's a bad idea or a good idea to cold call on a holiday?

I dont know if there are discounts at the volume you are looking for but you'll see advertised prices under $1500 for packages from lowes and home depot My observations are that labor day tends to be one of the best if not the best holiday to buy appliances 

Save all of your sick, holidays and vacation time for the next 8 years. 

I'm so bothered on the last day of my holiday weekend ...Any opinions are greatly appreciated!

Try to have them invest part of the down payment, to take some ownership interest and be responsible in avoiding any potential dangers.3, If you do want hotel business, then, try to get some with above 100 units, with an above mid-level franchise flag - like Hampton, Holiday Inn, Best Western or other similar ones.

I expect that we will use it for a family holiday party, probably one weeks’ vacation a year and a few weekends when we can get away.

It was IMPERATIVE that we got our home up for sale before the holidays. 

Kids go back to school. holidays, etc.

I imagine in the summer and winter most weekends will be booked along with major holidays in between, but do you get any action in the off season?