I find that its important to be aware of all types of "deals" so that you don't pass up on a property because you are unaware that a property matches something outside of say wholesaling.

If you're replacing the flooring in the master bath anyway, go with the tile if the quality will match the rest of the room/house.  

Then I have a purchase price payment plan in which I will match any monthly amount that they want to pay (above the $700 lease) to pay down the purchase price, up to $300 a month.

Rent in Oakland out of all cities match parts of SF.

I invested just short of $4,000 into a digitally controlled water softener w/ 250LB capacity brine tank, and a top of the line Iron Filter to match.

Put it on eBay along with the matching self-rimming sink! 

I'm finding the hard part is more finding properties that are in a good location and also don't have restrictions on short term renters (either hoa or local regulations).I've reached out to owners with the same basic offer (increase rent, cover repairs up to a certain amount) and most people are hesitant to even discuss it, so i think it's a sheer numbers game and being ready to buy a property when one shows up that matches my criteria

It sends you alerts on your mobile app as soon as a property matching your criteria like multifamily, price range, area etc so you can check it out right away and run quick numbers..BP rental property apps are great for running numbers.

I am finding it difficult comparing similar MFH properties to one another as there are multiple variables that do not match up completely.

So if you are a lender and want to walk around telling everyone you have the best rates in town, offering that is not really a model match.