Hi Selam-You asked what are the stages of a real estate closing and where are the friction points and how to help make the process go smoothly.If you are new to the game, an investor friendly Realtor or experienced mentor should be able to make the closing process go smoothly.Step 1.

Restricting your game plan to CREATIVE finance deals limits the universe of real estate open to you to a small minority of properties in any given market while being able to deliver cash to the seller opens all properties for sale, and many that aren’t as potential purchases. 

In SummaryKansas City stands out because it offers:-Steady population growth, fueling housing demand-Diverse economy with booming logistics, tech, healthcare, finance-Strong appreciation—6–8% annually, 5-year trajectory-Affordable rents that still rise reliably-Low risk environment and landlord-friendly regulations-Substantially lower real estate prices than coastal metros-Game-changing developments across entertainment, tech, and corporate investment

Congrats on doing a wholesale deal and also wanting to get into the rental property game.

Nor can you expect a house that needs full sourcing including exterior backyard development, to a fully outfitted game room — to be $100.STR Designers are vital — we bridge the gap with real estate acumen, professional design (and yes we are different than traditional interior designers!)

Looking for a game plan and general advicePurchased four homes on foreclosure auction.I have a landscaping business; and I got a line of credit loan to invest in one property with the idea of moving my business to said location.

Brutal, but that's the game we play. 

Quote from @Jason Anderson: "I'm late to the real estate game at my age."

Many investors that's all they can afford or they are playing the volume game.

If we need a sauna, wallpaper, a sectional to seat 12 (not even possible tbh), a pool table, and arcade games... we can't afford expensive beds.