Make sure you have the following:Great investor-friendly agentsMultiple contractors to run bids throughMultiple lenders and hard money lenders to quote you

Are there any hard money lenders that will loan with no experience?

Palm Beachs townhomes and condos market, in February 2024 was a hub of dreams and opportunities.While the numbers may appear as figures they narrate a tale of perseverance, progress and the enduring resilience of Palm BeachDespite a 10.1% decrease in sales compared to the previous year Palm Beachs real estate sector shines as a beacon of hope.Cash transactions thrived, with 66.0% of purchases made in cash showcasing that in Palm Beach dreams are not just realized but secured with certainty.The median sale price reflected prosperity at $314,000 marking a 4.7% increase from the year.

I’d like to say I have a good relationship with my insurance guy and he told me it’s a fair price but I don’t have anything to compare it to. it’s a 1500 sqft up & down duplex with new roof & detached garage with basement if any of that matters.Thoughts?

Comparing the live-in flip approach to refinancing, the former offers the potential for higher profits through sweat equity but demands significant time and effort for renovations and alternative living arrangements during the process.

The number of sales reached 764 showing an increase of 5.1% compared to the previous year.

And there's a time value of money formula or discount rate formula you can run to compare the 2 scenarios. 

I mean, we can write a book here (and some people have) on this topic but the right suggestion is to get with a realtor that is local to you and get prequalified with a lender. 

Why would I not take advantage of this opportunity as opposed to getting charged 10-14% from a hard money lender?

If using a lender this is a non issue.