Looking at purchasing small 3 BR 1 BA house.

I live outside of Charlotte in a small town called Denver (of the East).

You'd be surprised to learn that someone living in a rental or apartment, that has a family and is a successful small businessman, has the money and is willing to take that deal.

That is what the security deposit is for and if need be, the small claims court system.

Attend local builder associations or networking events, and focus on small contractors or businesses without in-house permit expertise.Highlight how you save time and ensure compliance—it’s a big value-add.

In the long run, I want to have properties that are producing strong cash flow (eventually would love to own small apartment buildings and syndicate larger deals), but it seems that focusing on cash flow and reinvesting those cash flows will be a slower process than focusing on properties prime for appreciation or with opportunities for forced appreciation.

Also to note the garage is very small and awkward to park in.

There is also an ad on small "house" which is also being rented.

You can find qualified buyers that are small business owners, tradesmen, etc just have someone qualified to do prop underwriting be fore you sign the agreement. 

Go where the population is growing 5-10% per year (even though it is a small denominator) over chasing year 1 cash flow in a stagnant/declining market.