I know when you make an offer you typically specify how you plan on funding the deal.

I completely agree that luxury rentals need to offer more than just aesthetic appeal; they need to resonate with tenant expectations and justify the premium rents.

Quote from @Austin Jones: As a realtor focused on helping investors in the Richmond area, I’d love to offer some insights.

That happened we made the deal and not 6 months later I get an offer for 950k all cash from a developer doing a land assemblage..

The Outlook St deal offered a unique opportunity for a rapid turnaround with minimal investment.

Sometimes, just offering to handle some basic admin work or help with marketing can get your foot in the door.If you’re not sure where to begin, you could take a quick online course to brush up on the tools or skills you think might be useful.

I’ve had to widen my search radius to smaller suburbs or target properties needing light cosmetic work to make the numbers work.Value-add opportunities: Adding amenities tenants love, like finished basements or upgraded kitchens, seems to justify rent premiums in this market.Navigating the competition:Be creative with financing: Seller financing or partnering with other investors has been helpful to secure deals when conventional offers didn’t cut it.Work with local agents and wholesalers: They often have their finger on the pulse of off-market opportunities, which is critical in a hot market.For those new to suburban Chicago investing, I’d say the key is finding the “sweet spot” neighborhoods—ones on the rise but not yet maxed out in price.

Quote from @John Friendas: I am trying to find the cheapest funding on a property I recently offered on. 

We started with an offer of $1,000, but after some back-and-forth, we reached an agreement at $1,500.

@Todd Groom Hello and thank you for the offer to share your doc.