Listing agents already know how this plays out, they've been around a while, so they tell their client a story like the above, and in reality the client thus takes the $380k offer.You can in theory mitigate this reliability issue by paying the HUD Consultant and GC to do their thing ahead of writing your offer, this will run you over $1,000 a pop for each individual property you are considering, which typically someone that needs a 3.5% down FHA 203k loan simply does not have to throw around willy nilly. 

Of course not all deals are created equal, so you have to look at them individually, and also consider what alternatives may be available in the market at the time.Yes, the deal sponsor makes a significant amount on the sale, but it's often the best scenario for passive investors as well.

Looking forward to meeting some new like-minded individuals to connect with.  

Once you start pooling money from individuals as members of an LLC, not as lenders but as silent partners, you’ve entered the world of securitization.

The lease specifically says there is no smoking anywhere in the building for example, not even on individual balconies.

I am in the process of building a new subdivision, comprised of 10 SFH on individual tax lots that will be put up for rent upon completion as a build and hold investment.

Come out to some of the local meetups and rub elbows with some like minded individuals.

You’re off to a great start with the education and beginning to network with local REI individuals.

Should we set up a business to buy our properties under or should we leave them tied to our individual names ?

Plus, their compensation is not directly tied to the outcome of individual assets.