I feel like I have a better understanding of this now, than when I first posted but at the end of the day, I will give the end buyer all the documents I have and they can evaluate it themselves.

I do understand wanting to refi for more cash to get cash for your next investment though.

In addition to understanding ARVs I have implemented some fantastic software for my company that has all the built in metrics that allows me to create ARV reports in a snap.

When I was struggling to find the next best move and looking at his last move, he said "beginner players let stronger players lead them around the board because they don't understand the strength of their own position."

If you are buying to hold rentals, make sure you understand how to run the numbers and what the hidden costs are. 

@Matthew Forrest From what I understand it depends on where in Torrance.

I understand the avoidance of “analysis paralysis” but what about the opposite end of the spectrum, where you jump into something without enough knowledge?

This is useful for me to understand the name of neighborhood I am looking.

I understand that's how bad deals happen though.

I can’t fault a person that does it and I can understand why people do it but I find it unethical and dishonest .