I would suggest to review their last 3-5year financials, visit the place multiple times and check traffic, competition, customer service etc.

For ex, is it necessary to visit 5 times per week to mow the lawn?

Initially, we didnt give them they money until work has been done but based on the work and relationship we built, we decided to pay this one ahead for the next project. 

Go ahead and sign.

Then go ahead and make your case.

There is a lot of work behind the scenes and you are likely to end up ahead. 

By maximizing net operating income now, you are positioning yourself for a stronger refinance when rates drop​.Looking Ahead: The 2026-2027 OpportunityIn my view, 2026-2027 is shaping up to be a critical period for the real estate market.

I will be paying them a visit to learn more about their requirements.   

These areas are more affordable and still within driving distance so you can visit and oversee renovations easily.My best tip for BRRRR as a beginner is to build a solid team—make sure you have a reliable contractor, property manager, and lender who understand the strategy. 

And if they only had done 0.25% rather than 0.5% then doomsayers would be complaining they went too small and that also means a bad economy ahead (and "take off the party hat" as you're saying now).