Toss-ups: long-term appreciation—this is going to depend more on market, submarket, and zip code, rather than the age of the property.3.

Obviously each of these 3 come at different price points and different levels of security.

So, all you can do is offer them a "carrot" or a "stick".Carrot - Cash-for-Keys or security deposit returnStick - threat of small claims case and garnishment (if they have a job, bank account, etc.

Irvine is a solid market with strong fundamentals, and the lien backed approach makes this a unique hybrid between security and upside.I work closely with  people structuring creative financing deals, and I’ve seen how powerful they can be when aligned right.

Contractor must have:- Contractor's Licenses- Insurance- ReferencesHere are some of the typical items on my punch list:- Framing- Painting-Drywall-Electrical to code-Plumbing to code-Installing cabinetry-Carpentry- Moving appliances and hauling materials

But to appeal to a broader base, adding either:A preferred return, A share of ongoing cash flow, or Security (like a lien)It'll help make the structure more investor-friendly.Hope that opinion helps. 

Sellers value these types of offers because they are more secure and less likely to fall apart.

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.- Security is the big challenge to avoid theft, vandalism, squatters and scams.- Security options include ID verification, geo-fencing of prospect cell phones and video call verification.

Besides reducing rent, what’s the single best thing I can do to increase interest and secure a tenant quickly?