For wholesalers: How are you adapting to buyer preferences or creating irresistible deals despite tighter margins?

Exterior Deck or PatioAdding an outdoor living space like a deck or patio extends the usable living area and enhances the home's appeal, especially in regions with warm weather.In addition to these improvements, understanding the local real estate market and focusing on upgrades that align with buyer preferences in that area is crucial for maximizing ARV.Noah, thank you for this great feedback.

Everlance is one that I prefer, but that one you have to remember to open up the app and turn it on before each business trip. 

.), I'd recommend that the residential units fully cash flow the loan as my experience is that mixed use properties are tougher to finance as most lenders tend to prefer one or the other and something in the middle gets more difficult.For example, and granted I don't know anything about the area/neighborhood, I would expect this property (https://www.realtor.com/realestateandhomes-detail/111-NW-Har...) to be easier to finance than the mixed-use property you mentioned. 

Small upgrades or re-leasing to market rents could boost your cash flow and provide additional funds for your San Diego purchase.If you'd like, I can connect you with a lender or help you explore potential properties in your preferred areas to see what’s realistic within your budget.

They have not toured and I'd prefer to tell them that they don't qualify before they press me for a tour. 

I’m not looking to retire early or replace my income through rentals—I just want to diversify our assets.

What’s your communication style and preferred level of involvement with this deal?

Your understanding of NOI, deal negotiation, and long-term strategy are assets that make you stand out. 

It’s structured as a syndication, 60/40 LP/GP split with a 7% preferred return.