There are other tactics to employ in a multiple offer situation.

From my side, they sound like they haven't read up on the stuff and that they've only heard the horror stories of deals falling apart.What are some of the strategies and tactics used to interest sellers further?

Aaron hit on a great tactic.

. :( You might come to the REIA meetings and talk with the locals who are doing deals as another networking tactic.

This is a tactic I actually do from time to time use.

Many will have a deed restriction as to another sale up to 90 days, so I don't see this being a tactic to follow.

@Joel Owens I've heard it's not done too, but it's a helluva negotiating tactic.

Most of which needs to be fixed by seller before FHA will approve the purchase.Oh, and there is also the private mortgage insurance associated with FHA loans.I'm trying this same tactic and there are so many loops holes.

"Hidden Credit Repair Secrets" by Mark Clayborne is a fine book to lean some interesting tactics to have to improve credit FICO scores.

Even when starting an eviction quickly it can cost far more than the deposit to get somebody out, especially if they know all the delay tactics.