Further, if the seller is unwilling to offer a buyers commission, I think many agents will just pass on listing their property.

@James Carlson That would be sweet if it passes. 

Forced equity and cash flow vary quite a bit by the deal, but Idaho is the most landlord friendly state in the country- the state actually just passed a law making it illegal for cities to regulate rent rates or fees in any way. 

How did this pass an inspection with no drain?

I pass on my yearly increase in costs from taxes and insurance onto my tenants.

We also had a specific end clause to the lease at the end of the 3 year period so the tenant would be forced to relocate or renegotiate at the end of the lease.Our tenant ended up passing away half way through the lease.  

Im sorry you had a bad experience but I appreciate you passing that info along.

If you plan your expenses properly the income you get from your properties will cash flow for decades and that is money you can reinvest into stocks if you want but it is a stream that is ongoing and you can pass down if you want. 

It depends on the condition, but if it passes a 4-point inspection, I would definitely go for a novation first because they need help with bills, so you could probably support them with that while getting a retail buyer.

I passed.