If you win, they will have to pay the extra expense of the filing fees, etc, on top of what you say your damages are (which would be the cost to hire someone else to complete the job).   

Additionally, repair costs (if any),  all closing costs are covered by the buyer, and there is no commission!

Transaction costs of selling, then buying will mean a hit to the equity that you have, plus a likely tax hit.

I wasn't unprepared—I had a clear idea of my MAO,  ARV, and estimated repair costs.

Given that property costs are high in San Diego.

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Having been a PM in commercial construction for 15 years they do not control the acquisition cost or disposition cost.

If the mentor knows what he’s talking about, has the experience and a verifiable track record then it could be a very cost efficient way of obtaining one on one guidance.  

More about have you already pruned your assets to free up money or borrowing capabilities. 

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