*I understand terms such as deposit amount, contingencies and settlement period can play into the decision making of the Seller, but a syndicator who is relying on outside equity is likely performing full diligence and is not shortening their contract period materially from others in pursuit of the deal.

You should always be contingent upon a 7-10 day inspection period.  

I recently dodged a bullet during inspection period when I found out the tenant was not screened thoroughly.

Navy Federal CU has a longer draw period and longer repayment period than other lenders. 

It's all within a 5-7 day business day period, which is normal for paper checks and banks. 

I disagree with your version of events but your feedback and experience with us is relevant.This was beyond our 30 day full guarantee and satisfaction policy when we were informed by you of your demand for something outside the contract well after that period.

If you're renting to multiple individuals for the same time period they should all pass the background check and all be signers of the lease.

From what I have found, the redemption period is 6 months on commercial.

In NoVA/DC there has been appreciation of 300-500% over that time period. 

Be a DON'T WANT-ER - always be willing and ready to walk if you can't get a good deal - And understand that you can always come back to that seller later and begin Second Stage NegotiationsAsk the 7 wordsAlways consider a subject to offerAlways ask for seller financingUse the Study Period Clause with right of possession to control properties without cashOffer seller participation - this is a great way to close dealsOffer something other cash - a note secured by your other equities, an unsecured note, a Principal only mortgage (using this technique you can offer more for the building since you are not paying interest - and as you know a direct reduction mortgage will pay off much faster.