Just trying to understand your motivation. 

The owner was motivated due to personal circumstances and wanted to avoid the hassle of listing the property publicly.

Any changes in federal spending could influence the job market and, subsequently, the real estate market.4.

. - In the unlikely event that you get a lead, A "motivated seller" who will work with an 18 year old to sell their home, is likely someone dealing with death, disease, divorce, or disaster.

The owner was motivated due to personal circumstances and wanted to avoid the hassle of listing the property publicly.To negotiate the deal, I started by understanding the seller’s priorities.

Like I said, no ulterior motive. 

Find a reliable team, offer fair pay, and keep them motivated to stick with you for future projects.That’s what I have off the top of my head.

How will the existing income from the property influence the amount I can borrow? 

Seller was extremely motivated to sell and we closed pretty quickly.Here's the issue- we've been unable to rent the 2 renovated units.

If you have any tips, resources, or advice for someone just starting out, I’d greatly appreciate your insights.Some specific things I’m working on right now:Building a strong buyers list.Identifying motivated sellers and honing my outreach.Learning the ins and outs of structuring win-win deals.I’m open to partnering, collaborating, or just grabbing coffee to exchange ideas.