Generally, I've thought cash buyers were people who could cut a check for you right then and there.

It's usually shoddy workmanship with cut-corners to fool the perspective homebuyer.

My dilemma is: I need to invest relatively soon, and saving probably won't cut it so I have to get innovative to grow capital exponentially. 

With bundled payments coming, SLP caseload will likely be cut in half, maybe more.

Do not cut any corners to make something look better.  

I will have to admit that i have thought back many times to before i was married and had 3 kids that if i could have done it again that would be what i would have done.Condos could be good could be bad... the thing you want to watch out for is the association and how often the increase the dues... they tend to cut into your profits.

and am interested in exploring working with investors to enhance new properties or renovations in exchange for knowledge and a cut after expenses.

“Essentially, they are cutting in line,” Mills said, referring to the super-lien priority status over a mortgage.

How long -- Time on the market and price (reduction) are close cousins -Price softens as time moves on and motivation and reality is realizedEverything will sell at a price -The first thing I'd want to do is get the history of the property - how long on the market, why is it vacant - what's the reason for selling - is it listed - look at listingWhat is the mortgage balance - is it current or in the arrears - What other liens or obligations are on the propertyHow many owners - decision makersWhat is the commission - will agent splitAre they open to a reasonable and creative offersDo they want any profit or to just get it out of their nameCan down payment be paid over time -How much paper with they accept - delayed payments - principal mortgageWho is the decision makerHow fast do they want to settleEverything is negotiable - CONTROL IS KING - learn how to control real estate - it is a short cut to cash flow - it is the best way I know of assigning properties.Who controls real estate - An agent with a listing agreement (treat them well - they are in control for a period of time)An accepted option agreementA buyer with an accepted contract of sale with contingencies

You have doubled your return on your money to 1% by cutting your investment in 1/2.