That said, I'm not certain if the promise of better market rents (vs. what it's currently actually renting for) is good enough to influence the appraiser's valuation.

Chances of his bill equaling exactly what is due from him are virtually guaranteed regardless of work performed.

If your agent has given you a modification (or addendum) to the contract asking for your acceptance with the work already performed, then your refusal to accept the modified contract without any counteroffer should close the negotiation and void the entire agreement.  

We are based out of Montreal Qc, Canada and specialize in acquiring non-performing mortgages out of the United States for our clients.I am looking forward to interacting with as many of you as I can since I truly believe this website and the knowledge everyone has collectively is invaluable.

The reasons are simple - 1) I have too may tenants to do that. 2) I am not interested in being engaged in an argument around how I did or didn't perform the assignment or the act of kindness correctly. 3) These arguments suddenly become landlord/tenant arguments, not a friend helping a friend arguments.  4) Not engaging sets the correct precedent.  

Investors - I am gearing up for my first Real Estate Fund and have a quick question that will influence how I proceed.

Chris Mason  and  Russell Brazil  ,I just read through some of the Guidelines regarding the HomeStyle® Renovation Mortgage ,It shows that you can use this Loan for Investment Properties  (  at a  85% LTV  )And it also states that there's a   Borrower “Do-ItYourself” Work (  Borrowers can perform the renovation work themselves at the lender’s discretion, provided that:  The Do-It-Yourself financing does not exceed 10% of the as-completed value.

HAve seller complete sellers disclosure document, sign a sales agreement, perform any inspections detailed in the agreement, deposit earnest cash with closing agent to open escrow.

Reason being, I have already performed several searches online and many of the listings I've read are either hidden adds for lawyers or just personal opinions.

Right now if you are looking in the Ohio area you would need to spend at least $80k for a $950 SFR in a B area.Or at least $60k in a C area with some reno work performed by you or your team.Lenders are offering 15% down loans.