Doit in good faith, thus if they offer his magical number, take it.

.- Have attorney draw up a contract to do this.Suggest you offer your dad some cash, now or in the near future, to motivate him to transfer his ownership to you.It may not work out, but you will learn a lot either way!

A number of our offerings are secluded; many vacationers are looking for that experience.

I new based on the sellers situation that if I offered cash, close in 10 days, that it would be an enticing offer.

The one I am speaking with currently has not offered up any sort of contract so I am taking the lead on preparing something.  

Listed the property, their asking price and my offer price. 

However, if you can identify a reinvestment opportunity that offers significantly better returns or aligns with your goals, selling through a 1031 exchange could make sense.

I will also have my agent there with me to offer comps to aid in their appraisal if they are receptive to it. 

You want prospective tenants to come see it, walk it, imagine living there so don't get in the weeds on the details or offer photos that aren't great. 

Offering discounts and opening up your calendar are great steps.