In Essence trade something of value for their time, knowledge and ability to teach you or walk you through a flip/rental/rehab.Best of luck

This helps you assess the buyer's creditworthiness and ability to make timely payments.

I agree with the pros and cons above - one thing I don't see listed yet is how the property type last purchased affects your ability to buy.

I would just suggest you make sure you fully understand that process before you dive into it - because you can lose a lot of money fast if you don’t know all the ins and outs.Likewise, rehabbing isn’t always straight forward… like who will do the work, permits, contractors, unknown damage you may not have accounted for - especially in  a foreclosure where there usually isn’t the ability to inspect the property.We’ve done several flips we won at auction, and lost plenty of them in the bidding.  

I don't think you'd have much ability to BRRR - it's just too difficult down there.

This successful flip highlights our ability to maximize returns through efficient project management and targeted improvements.

Send her a bill and give her 30 days to pay in full.

I explain the eviction will impact their credit score which will impact all loans and their ability to obtain nice housing in San Diego.  

Would refinancing now to simply gain a point (if that) on my current rate affect my ability to carry out one of these other strategies in the next year?

Buyer has ability to close, so it's a smaller loss to have the complete the purchase before the market gets worse.