There are plenty of people looking for them and you're a small fish. 

You always find the best fishing holes in the places where the average fisherman is afraid to go.

I'd rather go fishing or go get a tan.Regarding estimates, those were from his contractor -- if what he said was true; but I can't go as far as starting to spend money on inspection when he has no real intention to sell.

I plan to spend extended periods of time stationary in some countries to learn foreign languages, vagabonding through other countries, with stints in the USA for fly fishing road trips and visits with friends and family.

The market it hot but like the old saying goes you have to go fishing everyday if you expect to catch some fish.

My brother and I run a small performing 1st lien portfolio and are looking to broaden our contacts.

for me I would just pass to much bad ju ju  other fish in the sea

@Matt Fish, I have been involved in a deal that ended up with B2R financing, and the process was pretty smooth, if you ignore some hiccups.

I just need to make sure I get through this deal and don't lose the fish.

If the home is being appraised as LTV should be post construction, if you are looking for a renovation loanI know this is probably not the exact answer you were seeking, but I think it should help broaden your play and help drill down the lender through a simple process of elimination, based on very specific qualifiers you define as it pertains to your specific strategy.