I've had a number of conversations with Alex & his partner Jeremy, but he does not seem to remember me.... : (

Conversely, a good, successful and busy agent doesn't have time to waste.  4.  

They are two different mindsets.That said, unless you're a qualified / licensed journeyman in all the necessary skilled trades to make the conversion, I'd job it out.

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Conversely, what is the best case scenario?  

Conversely, if you want to get into assets with some "hair" on them, but potentially higher yields and you have a tolerance for some risk, then a non performing note in the low price band could be a good place for you.

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