When running numbers, especially on small multis more western markets with direct access to NYC tend to be more favorable from the numbers stand point and many of these towns offer 30 minutes or less taking commuting lines.

I would not envy investors who participate in this vehicle when the team has not track record of success with it. 

If you have a solid ARV AND a great GC / team that you trust to do good work, consistently, and can stick to the timeline planned, even with hard money you will still make money at 75 or 80%, albeit a little less than at 70%. 

Before doing so I spent hours on the phone with Marco discussing the loans, use of funds, risks, management teams...I also spent time researching Marco and Norada. 

If your listing photos scream executive rental, their placement team may overlook it.

Once you complete their application process, they will determine you don't fall under their top tier borrower qualifications and propose terms that are far less favorable.

And I can recall only once that a title company released earnest money to the Buyer without requiring the mutual release - worked out in my Buyer client's favor so I didn't complain.

And who is the A.G. going to favor?

This allows you to pivot when you can get a more favorable situation.Renting:Pros: Flexibility, less upfront cost, maintenance covered by landlord.Cons: Limited equity building, rising rents can strain affordability.Buying:Pros: Potential for long-term wealth building through equity and appreciation.

It's very user-friendly, low cost and allows the option to add team members to projects and tasks.