I’m talking about things like:•site conditions and drainage•access, utilities, and neighborhood context •deferred maintenance that may not appear in photos•unique quirks that can affect rehab risk or resaleThe local market here has a lot of homes in the low‑to‑mid $200k range, and properties move at a pretty steady pace, so early insight can make a real difference in decisions.My goal isn’t to replace inspections or pretend I’m an expert in every discipline.

You're in a unique position -- 26, living with parents (low overhead), stable income, and capital to deploy.

Target rent lift of $150/unit creates $54,000 in new annual NOI.

@Josh Mac Going to conferences and speaking to those who are creating notes, structuring them in a way that is a win-win. 

You can create tremendous upside because you understand where the bodies are buried and how to extract value others miss.If, on the other hand, you have to Google what an allonge is, or you’ve never enforced a note through litigation, or you’ve never stared down a borrower who knows exactly how to game the system, then DIY note investing is not safer just because the coupon is higher.

 If you are undertaking value add, prioritize creating equity over chasing cash flow.

A DBA only registers a business name and does not create a separate legal entity or provide liability protection.

I offer a pretty unique service.

Employment uncertainty creates hesitation.

Hi everyone,I’ve been seeing more owner-financed and private mortgage notes being created lately, especially with higher interest rates and tighter bank lending.