About a month later (early March), the seller provided screenshots of the amount due for each bill but not the full utility bills that would have detailed the energy usage.

1 - ROI2 - Area Regulation Climate3 - Economics of the area4 - Appreciation5 - If it is a place I could see myself using that is a bonus but not essential.

What else macro-economic factors do these type of deals hinge on?

You're asking someone to spend a lot of time and energy to share what they've spent years - maybe decades - learning and developing.

The Council of Economic Advisers, which is an agency in the Executive Branch, is publishing the research and data.

To find places with high rental demand, good economic circumstances, and room to develop, conduct in-depth market research.Examine your alternatives for financing, including conventional mortgages, private lenders, FHA, VA, and partnership loans.

I am a determined to become a successful real estate investor with an understanding that success in real estate requires continuous learning and adaptation to the everchanging economic environment.In the upcoming months, I will be actively engaging in the formation of a strategic partnership with two to three like-minded individuals, pooling our resources, and vision to embark on a life-changing journey into the world of real estate investing.

but also, keep in mind that as much as SF would appeal to buyers, there's really been an uptick in trying to force it down sellers' throats. it's not for everyone. whether we agree with his logic or not, if he doesn't want to SF, he doesn't want to SF. it's a good tool to have in your toolkit, but don't waste energy trying to force it.

It’s sounds like you have limited capital at $10,000 but may have the time/energy to put a deal together? 

Some of my best contractors are ones who made mistakes early, but showed a desire to grow and energy to work hard, and therefore our businesses grew together.