Hey Thomas, seasonality may be a factor but you may just need to switch it up with new marketing material as the old may have been seen before.

When you bake in buying out the partner, factor that since they are not selling the property, that they are not paying approx 6% to 10% of the sales price which should be in your advantage regarding your offer.Best of luck

Which is fine, it's just a matter of figuring out what that risk factor is. 

You are absolutely right, making local connections is a key factor as well as managing the finances.

This designation allows them to treat rental real estate losses as non-passive, meaning they can deduct losses against other active income.

hello @Lucia RushtonWhat are the factors driving jobs growth in Forney?

Also weather is a factor as previously areas were subject to a 100 year storm that is now a 20 year storm, which causes insurance to skyrocket.

Thats just one factor.

Reminds me of the scene from the big short with the stripper who has five properties and swimming in debt.The other factor is how much do you have in reserves, do they cash flow and could you afford a job loss?

A few quick tips:Run your numbers – Flip for a profit by factoring in renovation costs, holding costs, and market trends in the area.Line up financing early – If you're using a VA loan, it's great for long-term holds, but for a flip, hard money or private lenders might fit better.Build your team – Lean on your local contacts (family, friends, or contractors) to be your boots on the ground.