Having someone who’s been through it before really helps cut through the noise and avoid mistakes that cost time and money.I’ve guided a few newer investors through that exact process, and it’s amazing how much clarity it gives when you have a framework to evaluate deals and decide your next steps.

Only two numbers matter:The total cost to acquire the property, including appraisal, loan origination fees, underwriting fees, discount points, down payment, and other expenses.The monthly debt service you’ll pay.Everything else, including APR, is noise.

Ignore the noise.

Santarelli was billed on the Internet Broadway Database as a producer, involved in such musicals as “The Who’s Tommy,” “Cabaret” and “A Beautiful Noise.”Investors were promised monthly interest payments, around 12% to 15%, over three to seven years, authorities said.

The front deck could be a problem for the tenant if they work from home; so maybe some concessions for that few days of work so they can work out of another location due to noise, and the kitchen; that might be a few nights in a hotel for them. 

This prohibition includes, but is not limited to, loud noises, loud music, noxious or unpleasant odors, and disruptive behavior or actions."

First flip and already dealing with sinkhole + inspection drama… that’ll rattle anyone.Honestly, getting your own inspection is a smart move.

Don’t make noise, don’t trigger alarms.

Welcome, John,  great to see you're cutting through the noise and staying focused.You're right: real value rarely lives in social feeds or sales funnels.

Here’s the thing—there’s so much noise out there about what works, but I’m looking for cold, hard stats and real experiences.