Also, if they're not hitting the metric you use for rent vs income, that's two strikes.

Be wary of the “professional tenant” – After a two-month appeal eviction process, I just received notification from the supreme court of my state that the tenant’s appeal was denied and I can move forward with the evictionBe as compassionate as possible, but understand this is not a “personal situation” rather a business transactionOne strike policy – I’m a big believer in second chances….but not third chancesState Laws - Make sure you understand the eviction laws and procedures in your stateFollow your gut – I didn’t have a good feeling about the tenant I discussed above but didn’t listen to my gutI haven't given much thought regarding incentive for early payment.

If we can strike a deal with them, we will want the property in our names to refiance so I am nervous about that.

I also agree that many wealthy folks squander wealth and many non-wealthy folks strike it rich.

*Strikes a wicked Bruce Lee fighting stance*

There should be an influx of foreclosures coming in a few months once the courts open back up too which will be a great time to strike.

Strike that. 

One of the rounds ended up striking a little old lady in the rear-end (while she was resting in her armchair) on the 2nd level and my relative was on the 3rd level.Needless to say the landlord let my relative out of his lease in short order.This story is both (a) true and (b) nuts, but it can't be a unique experience.

I've heard a ton of podcasts with guests that made a bunch of offers and were continuously turned down before finally striking a deal.

I'm not sure I'll strike gold with oil soon, but maybe luck will be on my side.