I can't publish the URL since that violates this discussion board policy but just search for 'seattle note investing' on the meetup website.

To my understanding I will toss this contract, contact the escrow company the borrower is going through and.... setup a deed of trust, complete a CAR lender form, and obtain a ALTA lender policy.

Outside of a full boat construction loan, every lender is going to want the piece of collateral in working order with no structural or safety issues. 

So far, I have just dabbled a bit on PeerStreet which I was attracted to because of their low minimums and track record of safety. 

I'm a millennial at heart and would have moved to Sacramento from the Bay Area if my company had better work-from-home policies.

NOT  a license thru the dept of safety and professional services.

As long as you know that you are paying the full retail price for a new home and are ok with that slim margin of safety then go for it. 

For instance, it's really easy to pull one over on a rookie by using a non-customary tax proration method or non-standard assignment title policy costs.

Best to set the expectations at the beginning of tenancy by having clear policies and procedures and a comprehensive lease agreement.

But like many will tell you, once you have rehab costs in hand, add at least 50% as a safety net.