One thing I noticed this year is how often deals get delayed not because of numbers, but because funding wasn’t aligned early.For those actively investing, when do you typically start thinking about financing—before or after going under contract?

Problem is there’s “creative” financing that DECREASES profitability (ROI) as well as creative financing that increases ROI.Many (most) creative financing deals consist of seller carryback financing.  

Noticed your in Scotts Valley,I would look into Watsonville , Salinas or Marina … those won’t be as profitable at Scotts Valley , but the barrier to entry will be less . 

In Delaware I noticed a few already ask for that.

Instead, you have chosen to lose 4 months of rent * $1,300 = $5,200.You should get an aggressive rent decrease model. 

One thing I've noticed: the sweet spot is often 2-3 units where you can live in one and rent the others, especially with Brooklyn's rent control considerations.

Tenants don't care nearly as much about issues as you do and will often forget to take any of these actions.If your tenants notice a pipe that is frozen, tell them to make sure they leave faucets on.

Here is the PDF of the loan default notice that Crew sent out concerning The Nine.

I've noticed 3 layers to this when I speak with my subs or even other GCs in the past: They have the knowledge, or they don't.

I don't think I noticed the others doing the same because they were so over the top ridiculous I'd instantly tune out.