Keys. 

Cash for keys is common, and frequently the part that keeps tenants from moving forward is not having an affordable place to go to.

Totally agree and I think the key word you used is "discipline". 

Also, are you looking for turn-key properties or something along the lines of a "fixer upper"? 

If you ever want to bounce ideas off someone or need a sounding board for a deal, I’m just a message away.

It has been slow across the board.

Now you're at 31% return.Now thats making a couple of key assumptions - 1) the property you're buying is around 500k.

The key is to secure financing options before finding a property, ensuring you have enough funds to move quickly when a great deal arises. 

Floor boards were severely charred and inspector worries there could be damage to framing in parts of the house we can’t see (in fact, that side of the house seems to be sagging anyways, which is worrisome). 

Communication is key