I live comfortably and have never faced financial struggles.What are my options for finding the right market and potentially securing a deal in this situation?

Most buyers seem OK with a P/E that’s a lot higher than I would be comfortable with. 

You need to find a fit that you are comfortable with.

For context, professionally Stocks and Options is my career course and comfort zone.

If you are interested in hearing some differing opinions on the multifamily market, check out the BiggerPockets podcast episode I just recorded with Matt Faircloth:  https://www.biggerpockets.com/blog/real-estate-876Despite my current negative feelings on the large Multifamily market, you’d likely be better off investing in a syndication today than 1-2 years ago—it was the shift in the environment (rent growth, interest rates, etc) that caused the ills in the industry that sparked much of the posts you’re reading.  

I am confident that one or two will stand out in meeting your particular needs or will feel very comfortable to you.

Not sure of the rate in the current environment.  

There was a lot of feedback from the realtors and clients that the payment for the house and the quality of the area weren't very much in tune, so the end buyer wasn't very comfortable with it.

If so, how do you reassure sellers and make them comfortable with carrying a note for someone they don't know?

Are you comfortable with that number?