If your numbers are solid, you might even be able to cover the monthly payments out of the rehab budget.This kind of setup works best for properties that need significant rehab, and you need to be confident in your numbers and your ability to get the work done. 

Thats some solid advice I've been reading up and listening to youtube videos talking about the exact thing for providing the benefits such as "A larger refundable deposit?

If that’s still a stretch, BRRRR properties in places like Rochester could be a solid backup plan.

Also, exploring books or courses on commercial real estate investing might give you a solid start.

Generally speaking solid insurance and a good umbrella policy will provide ample financial protection for most liabilities.

Ensure the deal has a solid profit margin by subtracting the purchase price, repair costs, holding costs, and your target profit from the ARV.

Hey Brendan - It sounds like you're taking smart steps to navigate the slow season, and the adjustments you've made are all solid moves.

The buyer would need to show solid financials also of course (good credit, experience operating rentals, proof of funds for down payment and adequate reserves to cover any unexpected cap ex).

A duplex or SFH purchased around that time would likely have appreciated by 5-10%, depending on the neighborhood, and rents in Oceanside and Carlsbad have continued to rise steadily, offering a solid ROI.One client I worked with last year ran into similar frustrations with bidding wars.

The bathrooms made me so depressed... plastic shower units with sad apartment class vanities with some sort of beige solid surface tops.