After reviewing, we discovered a large portion of the work was actually included in the original scope.Here’s how we resolved it:Compared the CO against the signed contract scope.Negotiated the CO down to ~$7,500 (actual extras) instead of $18,000.Updated budget tracking to make sure no future “double dips” occurred.How do you push back or validate mid-project cost increases?

The thing with DealSnap is that I’m testing a much more lightweight, super-fast version: copy a Zillow link, fill in minimal inputs, and get a clean, one-page PDF instantly - no learning curve, no extra screens.

If you absolutely have to replace the windows anyways, then maybe its worth it to pay extra for the impact windows. 

Setting that aside, my answer to the question of putting more down to get a lower rate is - how long will it take me to recoup that extra down-payment from the lower monthly payment?

An LLC mainly protects your assets—it doesn’t give you extra tax benefits.

Quote from @Matt John: I recently purchased a property in Houston for $100k cash and have secured permits to build a duplex, so the land is shovel-ready.

Helps with your debt to income, better opportunities at cash flow, and typically requires less down to purchase.In regards to challenges, I usually build in an extra 10-15% to deal with things that I can't see behind the walls, including dry rot, electrical or plumbing issues, etc.

One extra scroll with the mouse pad and there's the mortgage, still public and available to view. 

I'm thinking of one experience where a hospital with lots of extra free parking was close to my stay.

A pro photographer with HDR settings can transform the feel.Staging: Even small changes—like removing extra furniture or using light-colored bedding—can make spaces look bigger and more modern.Vintage Details: Highlight them intentionally—buyers love “character” when it’s framed as a feature rather than a flaw.The Cranes Wall Art: Right now, the cranes are visually memorable, but for the wrong reason—it’s a very specific taste.