On the other hand, it will be in your best bet to find establish couple local construction companies and have them bid on the project.

If you're flipping on the other hand, look at ROI using the ratio of cost and the corresponding increase in projected sale proceeds.

The room was pretty packed, but most of the properties had only a handful of bidders, if any.

Although I have already read about the laws related to security deposit matter in CA Civil Code Section 1950.5, I would like the property owners with similar experiences to me consider my situation and advise me regarding the following items1- How to calculate their security deposit and provide an itemized list, while I do not have any invoice in my hands. 2- As my tenants have not left any forwarding address, shall I contact and ask her the new address for sending the itemized list?

Please click on the links, give them a read, and share your thoughts in the comments.First is a post that I feel will help not get overwhelmed with the amount of info that is here on BP:https://www.biggerpockets.com/blogs/5868/52761-the-simple-guide-to-getting-started-on-bp The second is a post that will help get you focused with your real estate investing goals:https://www.biggerpockets.com/blogs/5868/52743-im-new-to-bp-any-advice-would-be-appriciatedThe last one is a post that will help you choose an “investor friendly” real estate agent.

Will take a loss on this one, without more hands on board

The proof is a very simple equation. 

Ask for new appraisals and cherry pick your own comps, then meet with the appraiser and hand them your comps.

With interest rates rising it seems like a good time to look into this option.Does a deed actually change hands when purchasing this way?

The solution is extremely simple, follow your state codes and become professional in dealing with tenants.