Quote from @Jonathan Bombaci: @Scott Trench Challenge accepted!

I'm enjoy the challenges of finding creative solutions through the numbers and negotiating what can work for both the buyer and seller. 

I just wasn't sure if it is my responsibility to do something if the electric bill is high and are not satisfied. do I have to be concerned about that?

Rents will rise much at a much faster rate, so the challenge of finding cash flow (enabling more investors to become "capable") will gradually recede as SFR cap rates gradually expand - it will be a process, not an event - over the next few years.

You did purchase the property in one tax year and are selling it in another tax year which satisfies one of the court rulings. 

It’s clear that the evolving market, especially post-GFC have shaped your perspective, and you’ve outlined some valuable points about the flexibility and challenges of private lending.The flexibility in ARV and LTV is such a huge advantage, especially for investors who might not have traditional financing options.

Arbitrage is one of the most challenging models to accomplish nowadays.

The test were very difficult and challenging. 

Experience is another thing - it shapes and challenges the knowledge you acquired and you always find yourself wanting of knowledge because each day is a new day with different challenges and demands as is each deal.

They barely lasted in California (they are based on London).The challenge is (1) you are assuming all listings have open houses and (2) there are a lot of moving parts that can happen behind the scenes.