I picked Las Vegas because it’s close to me and California is out of reach. I see lots of properties on the market but almost none of them makes the .5% let alone 1% rules, so why would any investor buy them? In most ...

I'm not positive, but hopeful they would take a professionals word and help on that cost. 

We get into RE to have a positive impact on our lives.  

How are unsophisticated mom & pop lenders in 2nd and 3rd position on those properties going to get their investment back?

This unique blend of economic opportunity and lifestyle appeal positions these cities as prime locations for both investment and personal residence.You mentioned Roan Mountain and Watauga Lake.. both are fantastic draws.

We appreciate the positivity on our first flip win from you and Jonathan. :-)

I know it seems like a tough task, but can you spend a few more months or a year while you continue to learn to really tighten the budget or find ways to earn a little extra to start from a stronger position?

I can definitely tell you there's still a lot of positive cash flowing and 1% rule deals and you get amazing appreciation.

The majority of them are in the grind and are not at a place where they have millions of disposable dollars where they realize that buying one more profitable investment won't have a huge positive impact in their life.

Every investor is expecting day 1 positive cashflow.2.