The other thing is that when roots get in once, they can get in forever, and a tree cut down can still have root growth until all energy stored is exhausted.

Sounds like you finance it under your name rather than an LLC?

They must exhaust all owner-occupant offers prior to reviewing investor offers, even after 15 days. 

They are often a lot more sloppy than an actual appraisal as typically the bank sends a Realtor not an appraiser to do the job.

as long as you don't pay up front for anything other than an appraisal.. there seems to be some threads lately on vetting lenders...

Ask your CPA if a Solo 401(k) is better for you than an SDIRA."

An experienced local investor or realtor will typically have a better finger on the pulse of a market and potential of a property, than an appraiser.

A new construction loan Might be more difficult to qualify for than an existing structure loan.

I also do not do paperwork that quickly, I prefer to have my lawyer look over it before I make a decision....especially when things are so crazy right now, would need more than an on the spot decision.talk to you tomorrow after 9SELLER: I do have a number in mind and I know that folks like you usually low ball the offer.

This is no way an exhaustive list.