We are in Lake Balboa in the City of LA.I'm considering giving my landlord an offer to buy before we move.

He has numerous types of offerings (ATM, car washes, land).

However, based on their website, they do offer competitive programs for fix-and-flip investors.

I have put lots of offers in on on-market deals but since it's competitive in my market the price I'm able to get for anything on market is just not ripe enough.

Also, he offered to seller finance the deal for me.

Of course, they should be willing to still submit your offer!

Offer the showing agent anywhere from $100-200 to hold it open for you.

Follow and analyze their offerings for a year and then assess whether to move forward. 

I'd thought about offering 145k and allowing my agent to take a 3% comission ($4,200), use the $800 on any inspection/closing costs, and the seller walks away with 140k.

Detroit offers strong cash flow, appreciation potential, and affordability, especially if you’re interested in long-term holds.That said, where to invest ultimately comes down to your goals, experience, and where you are on your journey to financial freedom.