But one thing is for certain - if it's off-market, you have a much greater probability of getting to the the desired purchase % you are after.

Delavan has come a LONG way recently and prices are shooting though the roof both for rents and to purchase. 

Hello all,My team and I are looking to purchase property in Cape Coral/fort Meyers area.

Quote from @Yash Shah: Hello everyone,I'm new to this group and would love to hear your thoughts on the pros and cons of purchasing a corporate or bank-owned home.

Maybe it isn't worth it, but you should consider the numbers and decide...that could push you towards purchasing another rental. - You mentioned paying down/off a rental and needing to consider the tax implication.

Quote from @Holly Radice: I am looking into purchasing a 4 unit in Ohio as my first property.

Hello- I am considering purchasing a property that is a main home (3 bed 3 bath) with an attached apartment over the garage (1 bed, 1 bath) with separate entrance.

Purchase price: $850,000 Cash invested: $335,000 Historic downtown Fargo property.

In 30+ years we've been sued 1x (legal blackmail over a tenant's drunken trip/fall) which the insurance company settled for $1,500.00).We've been using some privacy tactics to keep our names off the county recorder and the target off our backs.Further, we review our insurance coverage and premium annually, just to keep on top of any changes.As with all insurance, it seems to be a waste of money... until you NEED it!

If you find you are unable to raise the money for an all-cash purchase, switching gears to Fannie will only work if you have a LONG time to close in your PSA or have many extension options (which usually require more hard earnest money.)