Ay best the selling to someone I know will love the property is only a secondary motive, although overwhelmingly it’s a marketing tool to make the buyer feel “special”.3.

Selfish motives unfortunately when doing the right thing is always the right thing and it pays in the long run.

I met some amazing people who had some incredible stories and shared really valuable insight and experiences (...I'm part of a mastermind from some of the connections I made), variety of speakers (ALL the heavy hitters were there!)

This would also be without garage.If you stay below 750' there are no impact fees which can save some money but I would not let it be a primary motivator.  

I didn't make much money at all but it motivated me to invest right out of college and it's paid off. 

Motivation style is different but I get it, I get it! 

It will sound like heresy to some on here who worship the ground Robert Kyosaki walks on, but Rich Dad Poor Dad is 95% motivational fluff. 

You have a few options to fill the gaps in that knowledge.1. team up with a great contractor, who you can trust to not only do great work at a good price, but to teach you as they go.2. attain this knowledge yourself, reading, getting multiple bids and comparing (always a good idea, even for #1 above) - @J Scott's book on Estimating rehabs is incredible, and goes in detail on basement to roof and everything inbetween!

Incredibly knowledgeable about the area, and has given tons of great insight.

I really want to rent to them because they are a clean young motivated family and the woman is very OCD with cleanliness.