I'm reading this exchange at 5 am and it says the replies occurred 1-2 hours ago.  

To invest in resale there you will have to move fast and be very close to the list price.  

I am a Zillow Premier Agent and regularly upload my recent sales so that I appear to the public as the "Super Agent" that I profess to be, LOL.  

Oh, I see I only saw Page 1 of this informative feed ... when my reply posted. :-)True what @Moshe H. is saying. 

I will take any tips, suggestions or advice for new investors! 

Almost all loan files have some things in it you can point to in order to say "it's actually better than Fannie, look at this thing here, and overall look at this super awesome mortgage backed security with all sorts of Fannie Plus loans in it!"

Sandra-great tips!

I dont see it for such a small house, even using super low finishes.Also, depending on the construction financing, you will most likely not be able to be your own GC, at least not at first.  

Please reply with anyone you've worked with and was happy with their results in the following areas of work:Framer carpenter (I need a wall cut out to create a counter top bar between kitchen & dining room)Kitchen/Bath Cabinets (refinished on one wall & new ones installed on the other)Tile (shower surround and kitchen back splash)Granite Counter top installationPainter (paint full 2 br/bth condo, all walls & ceilings, framework, & possibly fireplace and cabinets)I appreciate your help in advance!

SF also not super easy to get around like other cities.