But I haven't heard anything yet and this thread is making me think it may be time. 

Remember, they can always refer themselves😊Now, make it a goal to call at least 5-10 of these people EVERY day and ask a MAX OF THREE off the list below of who they know that:Just inherited a homeHad a loved one pass awayIs behind on their mortgage or tax paymentsHas a relative that can’t take care of their house anymoreHas a house they’re having trouble sellingIs facing bankruptcyKnows a probate attorneyKnows a bankruptcy attorneyetcWhy only three off the list per contact?

Is it worth it to do a complete gut job and basically make it new or should I patch it up and get it "good enough" to rent.

Make sure to study the buyer your trying to target...but you already know that.Hope that helps 

Don't make your life more complicated than it has to be.

One of my mentors always says that, "Making a quick decisions is an important skill"! 

if its the owners of the home then yes, because what makes you think that they can pay rent when they could not pay their mortgage? 

Make sure to present detailed and transparent deals, emphasizing the benefits and exit strategies.

Make sure your first property has strong fundamentals—good location, cash flow, and potential for appreciation.

Figured I would start a little series talking about my day to day in note investing and what the gurus do not teach you as they always make note investing seem black and white where in reality, most of it is in the gray area.Here is an example, you foreclose on a property and the property is still occupied.