Small talk, showing empathy, and expressing genuine interest in their situation can go a long way in establishing trust and goodwill.Be Willing to Walk AwayOne of the most powerful negotiating tools is the ability to walk away.

It's powerful software, and it will make running your business easier in the long run.

I've owned this house for 2 years.The Costa Rica attorney I've been using says that I need to get another Power of Attorney and is quoting me $600 to do the paperwork for a power of attorney.The price seems steep and I'm not certain when I need a new power of attorney when I paid for one last year.   

You're learning about the eviction process, tenant screening (never "word of mouth" again), the power of a lease WHEN not IF a neutral third party needs to be involved, tenant/landlord laws, and managing tenants who don't care about your business the way you do. 

Speak with lenders early to understand your borrowing power, and explore multifamily properties to maximize your house-hacking potential.

Very significant, and demostrates the power of compounding interest. 

While that's certainly not ideal, my leverage was low to start with and my loan maturities were ten years so I have staying power to sell into a better market.Looking ahead, anything I'd buy would have to cash flow out of the gate in a higher-rate climate. 

Quote from @Jonathan Greene: Quote from @JD Martin: Quote from @Jonathan Greene: And let me just say that the true power of these forums is the people.

I have never been shy of facing challenges and I truly believe knowledge is power (something my grandfather taught me at a young age)I really want to learn everything there is to learn about realestate and am driven and hungry.Thanks in advance for any suggestions or recommendations.

Your story about the seller financing deal is powerful—trust really can change everything.