Financing structure, timeline pressure, holding costs, exit assumptions?

My goal is to find the right opportunities, structure them intelligently, and scale responsibly.

This is why many experienced investors in cities with old housing stock (I am in Philadelphia) intentionally buy property that requires full gut rehab - to change out all of the systems and structural elements and remove most of the need for ongoing expensive maintenance. 

I’m currently evaluating a few local property management companies, and your list of questions gives me a solid framework to compare them in a structured way.I especially appreciate the emphasis on understanding the full scope of services, communication expectations, and how they handle maintenance and tenant screening.

Many investors believe that interest rates are the reason why deals have ceased, but from what I've seen, that hasn't been the case.The finance method has changed, not the opportunity.A few investors are switching to:Property income-based deals that are eligibleShort-term funding for value-addingLoans are structured around the transaction rather than personal income.Are you wondering what tactics other people here are employing to maintain deals in the current market?

How you structure your seller conversations to actually get them to open upWhether a CRM is necessary early on, and which oneCreative financing opportunities people are finding off-marketWhat’s working today in this market — not just what used to workIf you’re consistently sourcing deals, I’d love to hear:- What channels produce actual contracts for you- Your monthly marketing budget (optional)- Mistakes to avoid-  Your #1 piece of advice for someone building a pipeline from scratchAppreciate any insight — trying to build a repeatable system instead of relying on luck or the occasional warm lead.Thanks in advance!

BRRRR can work well for a first timer if:You keep the rehab light/moderate (cosmetic > heavy structural)You underwrite conservatively (don’t assume perfect ARV or rents)You have a solid local team (especially PM + contractor)Many first-time BRRRRs fail not because of the strategy, but because people bite off too much rehab or get aggressive with numbers.3.

Verify in-place rents, confirm realistic operating expenses, stress test interest rates, and see if it supports the debt without creative structuring.

A "good deal" is subjective, so work backward from your desired monthly cash flow to set your purchase criteria.Investor-Friendly Agents typically get paid via the seller's commission, but they can also be paid by the buyer, and their specific fee structures can vary.

Not just pricing, but structure.