Originally posted for 100k over what the purchase price was I submitted an low offer and received a counter.

Hi Tom, Building a manufactured duplex on land could offer great returns, but it comes with complexity—zoning, utility hookups, and permitting can delay your timeline and add hidden costs.

Typically when people graduate they look for a job and move to the area of the job.

Follow new listings closely and be definitive in scheduling tours and making offers.

I would also ask them about cash for keys since I would initially offer the tenant this. 

With people continually migrating from CA, more jobs moving here (Tesla Semitruck factory being built as I type this), I don't know how this gets solved. 

@Bruce Woodruff did a good job with some basic numbers and it looks like a loser.Plus you are paying a premium over the average.

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@Amir PortalFort Worth (Southside): Affordable entry points with growing rental demand due to development and school proximity.Arlington: A solid mix of price points and strong rental potential, especially near UT Arlington or entertainment districts.Focus on areas with rising population growth, job opportunities, and low vacancy rates.

I initially offered $200K in cash, but the seller countered at $240K.