@Matthew Paul, I’m not trying any “crap”, simply seeking negotiation advice in an effort to pay a fair price for a house that needs a lot of work.

I'm also fairly skilled at remodeling and would love to rehab my next home but It seems realtors or lenders aren't convinced I can use a conventional loan for those types of properties.

Seems fair.

do not answer on a public forum.I have done it as trustee on 3 properties fairly recently and helped another trustee a couple/few times long ago.The step up basis is time of death (TOD) value.  

The area is fairly landlord friendly.  

That’s a level I’m fairly comfortable with but your level of comfort may be more or less.

During the peak season you have to make your money when the slow season is so much less.I do have events where the prices are expected to be high due to supply and demand.I do see some of the dynamic pricing days as being rediculous and your going to miss out on the early bookers looking for a fair price.

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This is fairly easy.

Be fair but firm with your choices.