Additionally, learning the different market segments, especially here in Central Ohio, would help us focus our attention on what others have found to be the most successful paths to follow.

In addition, I would update the listing to mention that you're open to owner finance at a very reasonable terms such as 6-7% interest rate with 20% down payment, no credit no problem and hope that would spurn more interest.

Thank you @Scott Ryne it's amazing that you explaining what I want say in a lot better way. the projects it might be small or big and either he is under paid or over paid very true. in addition that it's my benefit to reduce cost and the bigger the project the better his fees, I feel it's not fair.

I would assume that they are looking out for their bottom line also and would want to reduce when possible.

I am new to REI and want to get into wholesaling initially to build some additional investing capital.

The addition income without addition expenses adds value to the property. 

The agent was worried that it might raise a flag with the assessor with maybe an un-permitted addition or something.

Foreclosure would most likely lead to additional profits, not losses for investors.

@Rita Koroll,As for HOAs, you need to consider them as an additional operating expense just like property tax.

I second all of the advice from the other posts. in addition to all of that, I would say connect with me and add me to your buyers list!