And what’s been your biggest ‘aha’ moment in uncovering hidden opportunities?

Another expression for this is "lipstick on a pig."

here is the situation. i left a really good paying job to take care of my 81 year old parents because my dad is chronically ill and my mom is almost there. i wont go into too much detail, but my sis doesnt help them. ill leave it at that. we have a person who comes twice a week to help with cleaning and other household tasks. i carry the bulk of the weight cooking their meals, running errands, grocery shopping, picking up meds, and taking them to dr appointments. its a full time job. i get a small salary of $1000 a month from a care giver sub contractor for the VA. ive been paying my bills with what savings ive had, but only have a few months of funds left. i own a duplex. i have over 200k in equity. i live in texas and texas has weird laws about refi and heloc/heloans when the property is 4 units or less and owner occupied. i would rather not sell, but if thats my only option i will have to at some point.does anyone have any advice or possibly be able to point me to lenders who might be able to work with my situation?

Take in all the information you can, but remember, the real key is to take action.

You must be a lawyer and the most you can charge then is 25%, not to be more than $1,000.YUP OLD OLD information being regurgitated for the new investor who does not realize that so many counties frown on this while technically possible to do in some areas.. 

It would most likely in my opinion be a owner financed deal.

We have purchased a few properties over the last couple years paying cash but now trying to have a more concise plan moving forward since finding BP.

I know I speak for the group in thanking him for the extended time and sharing his insights on the various markets and current conditions of a few select markets that were inquired about.  

Many on bp have shared stories of high desert fixers gone sideways  If you can find a licensed gc — in my experience they will charge 10-18% on top of the subs work.  

This November, California voters will decide on Proposition 33, which could repeal the Costa-Hawkins Rental Housing Act, expanding rent control options across the state.