The seller wanted to purchase another home with the proceeds from the sale of this one.

As a result, we had to push our deadlines with the seller.

Start by getting pre-approved to know your budget and show sellers you're serious.

Cost per lead (CPL) is crucial—it shows how much you're paying to get a potential seller or buyer’s info, and you want this as low as possible without sacrificing quality.

There's a few different ways to focus on a lower rate such as with house hacking and making the investment your primary residence, requesting a significant closing credit from the sellers for standard rate buy-downs (which I've had great success with recently), or utilizing lenders who offer short term rate lowering solutions such as 2-1 rate buy downs (again, ideally paid for by the sellers).

Since it's rare to find a buyer, the agreement expires and you have a willing seller to negotiate a deal with. 

They can sometimes be more open to funding niche investments like mobile home parks, especially when you’ve got proven cash flow and a solid plan.Another option could be talking to your uncle about seller financing.

I would focus on coaching that helps you become a local expert and build relationships with sellers, not try all the BS marketing techniques.

I have found sellers often place priority on seriousness. - Post closing Plan.

Supply and Demand: When buyers outnumber sellers, prices and rents rise.Population Growth: Cities with significant and sustained population increases are more likely to see long-term rent growth.Job Stability and GrowthA property’s value is tied to the jobs in the area.