Experts have noted that listings that used the word "unique" sold for 30 to 50 percent less than comparable properties since it can connote that the home will have narrow appeal.

It gives the place a much higher end appeal.

Other than schools what appeals to you in the 400k+ SFH price point?

I have bought   "Luxury" 4 br homes by the beach, pool homes, and some lower middle stuff, but everything is a pretty house, or it has that X factor, appeal, usually one of the nicer homes on the street.  

The property also has a brand new rooftop deck to add some marketing appeal.  

But I'm at the point where I'd like to borrow from private lenders but I want to make them an offer that is appealing for them and still feasible for me.

Hi @Michael WolffsPM me, I have an attorney who's done 3 successful tax appeals for us.

Here's a visualization of the difference in unemployment rates by county.Green = Good/Boom (<4%).

There are a number of different ways to get involved in real estate that may appeal to you that you may never have even considered!

On the other hand, having a tight nit, vested group of professionals at your finger tips is very appealing.