They were seeking input on how to develop the site.  

Our current commercial home owner's insurance has cancelled our existing policy on our property in California siting fire risk.

careful buddy let's read the terms and conditions for biggerpockets: You also agree that BiggerPockets, in its sole discretion, may terminate your password, account (or any part thereof), or access to or use of this Site for any reason, including for lack of use or if BiggerPockets believes that you have violated or acted inconsistently with the letter or spirit of these Terms of Use.

A project manager isn't required but can be very helpful if you're not on site often.

crap I just wrote a long response and the site went down so here is the crib notes.1. ton of competition for investor dollars so investors look for highest returns and work backwards.2. sophisticated investors look at returns as a function of risk.3. less experinced investor tend to be bigger risk takers.4. to raise money one needs verifiable back ground and a deal that is simple to describe.

I shadowed two of them to a job site and discovered who the subcontract with and now save lots of money.

Minimum of 2 off‐street parking spaces available for guests.Vehicle limit: Typically 1 vehicle per 1-bedroom unit, or 2 vehicles for 2+ bedrooms, unless the Director approves more based on site conditions.Occupancy limits: Generally maximum of 2 persons per bedroom + 2 extra persons for overnight occupancy.

I get how valuable your legal partners can be, but judging from a lot of the posts on here that are akin to "I've decided to remove my own appendix and save money...does anyone know where I can get 10-blade", most real estate investors will struggle to understand your value.

Other than Zillow, what are the best sites to advertise a rental, single family, long-term?

**Exit strategy on TOD / SB 79 sites:**     For small TOD infill like this (existing 4-unit, potential for higher density):   - Do you underwrite mainly as an **entitle-and-sell** play,     - Full **build-to-hold**, or     - A phased approach (stabilize existing improvements, then entitle and redevelop later)?