Adding extra income streams, like charging for utilities or offering laundry services, can also help improve cash flow.

It's nothing spectacular, just utility bills, trailing 12, rent rolls or whatever he's got so I can build an accurate assessment and make a fair offer.

Some options that might be viable for you include: Private Lenders – Such investors usually offer short-term lending but provide greater flexibility compared to a traditional hard money lender.Lines of Credit – Another alternative could be an excellent option to finance several deals at once using a business line of credit or HELOC (if it applies).

This group is an incredible collection of midterm rental hosts who support one another by offering advice and suggestions, being a sounding board for each other, offering mentorship and collaboration opportunities and share our respective networks.

They may offer less direct management and, depending on the location, could provide a solid return.Peer-to-Peer Lending or Crowdfunding: You could look into real estate crowdfunding platforms that let you invest in real estate projects without owning property.

Get in front of tired landlords, who may offer you a hand up.  

I waited a few days and raised my offer to $255,000 and they accepted. 

I have allot to offer as far as being a general partner but I also might be doing a little wholesaling in the meantime while I learn more. 

Consider offering equity partnerships, debt financing with profit sharing, or preferred equity, where investors get a fixed return before you share profits.

Since I haven't been on BiggerPockets for quite awhile, the format has changed, and I'm having trouble figuring out where I can post a property I'm selling in OH, so interested parties are able to find it and make offers?