Ideally there is a gain of $10k+ after I refi out of hard-money (I am measuring this as equity after refi at 75% LTV minus total cash out of pocket). 

I think about work all the time -- it's hard to make myself stop working -- so I've picked up meditating at the end of the day, ideally for 45 minutes before I sleep (and after my daily work-think session).

The owner also relayed to me that the location is a ideal place for a bus hub and megabus has showed interest in using the property for that such purpose, but he is still willing to either buy lease option the property or sell it out right.

Tenants are always complaining about each other and they can be a real pain.Up/Down is not ideal, but something I would be willing to accept.  

And structure your deal around that.3) walk the house with a contractor and get a repair estimate4) calculate your total costs for the project (rehab, holding, escrow x 2, commissions, etc) and then how much profit you want to make (ideally 12-15%)5) make two offers: one with terms and one ALL CASH

Would like to hit 10.0% ideally.  

Ideally, investing as close to the Bay Area is the goal, but the out of state investments seem very enticing as well. 

Ideally, I am looking for an agent that has experience with these types of properties and for my intended purpose.

Ideally you want to get a General Warranty Deed, this provides the highest protection for the buyer.

Ideally I would like to build relationships with active members of the forums who have experience investing in RE and are looking reliable private lender If you have any questions please leave a comment or PM me.