Sellers are offering incentives like paid closing costs, and with homes sitting longer on the market, buyers have more room to negotiate!

I'm just hoping someone with actual knowledge of it can provide some information that offers an alternate explanation.

I think that a part time investor can have success with syndicated offerings and triple net leased properties if they’re willing to learn real estate fundamentals, perform “due diligence” on the deal/sponsors/property and engage legal help.  

An experienced agent will list your property with the language, "no showings until an accepted offer", to avoid violating your tenant's rights to the peaceful enjoyment of their home - possibly resulting in their lack of cooperations and a lawsuit against you.

@Jake Andronico A reverse 1031 exchange allows you to buy a replacement property before selling your relinquished property, offering flexibility in competitive markets and deferring capital gains taxes.

Holding properties in an LLC (or other legal entity) can offer valuable protection for your personal assets, so I understand why you went that route.

His good customer service convinced us to go with Kiavi over two other vendors offering similar rates.

Often, traditional lenders offer better rates, which can significantly improve your profit margins.2.

If Steve is offering your help - you should take it! 

We were being transferred to that area and went up to look at a couple different homes in the area and that one came up that day, and we made a full asking offer immediately.