So she wasn't even initially that aggressive with pricing, but appears she guided you with terms that got the seller to come to you first before accepting someone else.

I will be taking a trip there in about two months to check it out for myself. 

What energy you're willing to expend and have will help guide what market to buy in. 

If you are working with an investor friendly team your lender can guide you as to how to keep the ball rolling.

I'm here to share my experience and help guide you through your journey.The Tampa Bay area is ripe with opportunities, and with your background in business and the discipline from your Marine service, you're already ahead of the game.

We are putting together a SellerFinancing Resources Guide, I wanted to get feedback to see what kinds of information you think would be helpful. 

One piece of advice I would recommend if you want to go FHA is getting to understand the self sufficiency test for 3 and 4 unit buildings. https://www.newcastle.loans/mortgage-guide/fha-self-sufficie... 

If you go to Cleveland give The Ultimate Guide to Grading Cleveland Neighborhoods a read first.

Engaging with the community through forums and local meetups can also provide valuable insights and support from experienced investors.By setting clear objectives, you can create a roadmap that guides your decision-making process and keeps you focused on your ultimate aspirations.

The 3 trips saved me the $2,000 it would otherwise cost me to bring things up to code.3.