First of all, I suggest you search the forums as arbitrage has been discussed ad nauseam.

I would suggest learning how to analyze property.

They can help assess the market value of the property, considering its condition, and suggest the best sales strategy.Direct to Investors or Wholesalers: While 'we buy ugly houses' companies often offer below-market rates (as they typically look for deeply discounted properties), reaching out to local real estate investors or wholesalers could be a worthwhile option.

Any suggestions you have in that regard would be greatly appreciated. 

I would suggest reaching out to them & talking about what you want to do. 

The “methodology” the guru presents either isn’t all that profitable, isn’t as simple to enact as he suggests, and or works only with certain limits as to economic climate, geographical area, etc.2.

The solution was to suggest they renew for 9 months.

Anyone could suggest any tips, resources, or builders/contractors they had worked with?

My suggestion is to continue being active on BP, get out to some networking events and seminars and also educate yourself through books and podcasts. 

Sticking with the theory of making thins simple and fool proof......any one have thoughts or suggestions