There are more listings to choose from now than any other time in nearly a decade.

Regardless of what you do to the important stuff on a home the avg consumer still wants to see granite countertops lol Did you work with any real estate professionals (agents, lenders, etc.) that you'd recommend to others?

@James Anderson, as a licensed real estate agent, it's pretty straightforward, and I assume my take will be similar to that of other agents. 

I'm planning to use that money for a downpayment  to buy a multifamily where I would live in one side and rent out the other side. 

I’m looking to connect with other investors and grow my network.

Or is it other factors? 

Code r. 3129.1so if the 1st position (mortgagae ) been served means all other lein holders will be wipeout even if not served Notice.

We deducted the cost of cleaning the home, the carpet, and some other drywall and paint damage to the property. 

There are two requirements to claim REP status1) 750 Hours2) You spend more time on real estate than other activities such as your W-2 Job or BusinessYou want to work with a tax professional who will be able to advise you on what hours count and what hours do not count.Furthermore, the CPA may have a nice worksheet that you can use to help you document your hours.Best of luck!

When you have all the properties identical to each other, how do you compete?