I believe the key lesson is, NEVER base your business plan on 1 contractor, real estate agent, banker, attorney,etc.Several years ago, I was using 1 agent fairly exclusively.

This sub 20k price point is almost exclusively a locals only thing.

What matters is what you are paying for the property, which is exclusively the cash that comes out of your pocket. 2 - Rent. 

Get an equity partner for the MF.These are not mutually exclusive options.

Live in it 2 years, then sell tax free (this is the tax code in the US, not sure if there is a capital gains exclusion for capital gains on a primary residence in Canada)?

I'd have to double check what goes on down there to see if there are any exclusions for flips and such.As far as avoiding the recording altogether I doubt it. 

these are not mutually exclusive. good flipping market= plenty of buyers,+ room to make a profit. good rent and hold market= positive cash flow with lots of renters.

good communication is key______________________CONTRACTORI am learning too, but you know what, use COMPETITION and FUTURE work as leverage.I like my guy but when I use him exclusively he starts slacking! 

The home is in the exclusive period until 2/27, with first round of bidding closing on Sunday4 bedroom/3bathroom, but listed as 3/2 on the HUD site (HUD doesn't count rooms below grade?)

I am a Realtor in Las Vegas and my practice is almost exclusively remote investors.