I can likely secure a discount for you and share my insights—no sales pitch involved.Best,Troy Copeland | TNT Vacation Rentals

Also, as you highlighted the tenant base is highly reliable, with strong employment, security clearances etc.

My end goal for investing in real estate is create a financial secure future for myself those loved ones around me.

I would send them on message that says, "Please secure the home and leave the keys on the kitchen counter.

What is the fair market value of the property that secures this note?

Negotiations focused on a win-win approach, securing the property at $197,000, aligning with market value, while setting us up for a profitable resale with a trusted buyer on the same day.

All that's due is the security deposit, for you to return as long as no damages to the property. 

Show that you’re knowledgeable and consistently securing great deals where the numbers work.Unlike other types of leads, nurturing a cash buyer’s trust doesn’t take much time.

I'm asking specifically because I am thinking about throwing a treadmill or elliptical machine in the living room if the person wants to exercise a little while they're there.The unit isn't huge (around 1k sq feet) and it will probably look tacky, but I was wondering if other people have found value in providing some simple exercise equipment, even if it seems out of place.

If the 10 year treasury is at 5% which is guaranteed, investors will want a risk premium for the mortgage backed security which here is a great article on it.