The tenant base, on average, tends to be rougher on the properties, moves more frequently, and cannot absorb any rent increases.  

Ask yourself: do I really have the knowledge of real estate principles, real estate law and real estate finance; the network of contacts; the experience both in business in general and real estate in particular; the time available; and the analytical ability to compete against FULL TIME EXPERIENCED PROFESSIONALS to be successful in a field where the failure rate is so astronomically high?  

Competing with Experienced ProfessionalsNew agents may feel overwhelmed by more established competitors in the industry.Solution: Focus on your unique strengths, provide excellent customer service, and embrace modern technology to differentiate yourself.The challenges of being a new realtor or investor are real, but they’re not insurmountable.

Hey @James Hamling, we compete with RW in Denver. 

Just acquired a property in a small North Texas very rural town. No building inspections or permits exist out there. The previous homeowner enclosed the back porch and was using it as a 3rd bedroom. By doing this the ...

I've lived there for all of a week, and am already planning on moving out in a month or two. 

um, not having to move furniture?

In short, I’m trying to figure out if it’s worth pursuing an off-market seller financing deal versus getting a traditional loan and competing for the property on the open market.

There is no single website to easily find them (that I'm aware of) and if there was, I'd imagine you'd be competing with 1000s of other investors.  

Tenant does not want a rent raise so opts to move out.