The realtor seemed to hint to that would probably take at least 15k off his ask price; however, Im not ruling out a lower possible offer. 

Thanks all for the helpful hints.

(hint: it didn't even require a tool) There are times though when it makes a lot of sense to let the professionals do their thing - I will install fans , electrical outlets , toilets, garbage disposals, shower heads and other menial tasks  - but when it comes to outdoor ( high voltage) electricity , large trees, A/C work, and things of that nature  - I let the pros do the work.    

Equity in the house went up almost 100k in one year (WAYY to much for the area and the house) and if you want a hint on the price they were asking, the taxes went up 20% in that year.Got countered at 50k less than asking and I countered their counter offer with 100k less then that.

@Neil Schoepp I assume the blog was hinting at the idea that someone who does not have their own finances in order cannot invest, effectively.If you a uncertain about your own financial habits (carry credit card debt, other loans, bad spending habits), then I would recommend getting those sorted out, in order to make sure that any money you make in real estate isn't just falling into the abyss.

Do they hint/offer to do anything "under the table"? 

Any hints or tips with this?

I was just at a seminar in LA, they told me the same thing you hinted at. 

The Fed keeps hinting at an increase.If you have identified a tenant that you would like to remove, connect with the current owner and have them ask the tenant to leave.

He just had great hints for when i had 0 experience under my belt and was wondering if now that i have a tiny bit of experience if it was worth going.