@Nikhil MascarenhasDifferent people go different routes depending on their risk tolerance, their amount of equity and compared to other assets owned, how patient they are with a complicated set-up and high legal fees, whether they view the $800 as game-changing or just a cost of doing business, etc. 

He's patient with the students and wants to know everyone. 

I am not that patient. 2) value adds.

So you over-pay, oh well ya just gotta be a bit more patient for the equity to catch you up to 0.

Contractor is being patient with her and trying to talk as to why she's not opening the door.

Just be patient with the process and know that some sellers may chose a non-VA buyer due to the lengthy underwriting process.

Be patient and last tip is to keep your active income as long as you can and try to continue to increase that active income every year as that will help you grow your rental portfolio much faster and live below your means. 

There is still a negative slope if you’re watching the trends, and patient buyers get rewarded.

Be patient 

Contractor is being patient with her and trying to talk as to why she's not opening the door.