Jeesh, it's a bummer that big banks can still get away with the good 'ol bait-n-switch tactics, even after the crash. :/ And now that you mentioned it, I think I remember on the podcast that the guest said it is some kind of ARM loan.

It's unlikely he really Needs to make an offer "right away", likely just a sales tactic.  

I too am in the same market as both of these gentleman and use the same tactics that they described to learn and understand areas that I am interested in. 

I did some cold calling for a real estate company this summer and I found the same tactic (to keep them talking) to be helpful.

Other tactics I've seen used by other owners is coating it.

We are considering expansion both there and in Austin.If you are interested, I'd be open to discussing investment strategy and tactics with you.

If the LLC is indeed the taxpayer and internal changes in membership do not affect the 1031 status of the property, then I suppose that the "swap 'til you drop" tactic does not apply.  

This is a powerful tactic that helps to significantly accelerate the speed at which one can grow a portfolio.In 2012 I purchased my first MF investment property in the Lower Greenville neighborhood of Dallas, TX.  

This is a good way to stay in your own lane and not over analysis the deal, or your tactics.

When it comes to buying SFR at a discount in a red hot sellers market, what are some lead generation tactics most investors just aren't willing to do - either it's a ton of work or expensive.