if there are 10 interior cosmetic violations opposed to a roof repair violation I'd imagine one would be more motivated than the other.  

We get free leads every single day on auto-pilot.Also, you are not looking for distressed properties.You are looking for motivated sellers.

Your background as a licensed architect with experience in commercial and residential projects is an incredible asset, especially here where so many members are navigating construction, renovations, and design challenges.Out of curiosity, have you worked on any projects that were particularly challenging or rewarding?

It is really that simple.Also, compare to any other industries, Airbnb and Vrbo are incredibly friendly toward sellers.

Locate a Motivated Seller that will consider Seller Financing.

While those are all considerations and options you have a license and skill that is incredibly valuable to anyone who wants to transition into real estate full time....the ability to charge for your time.

Misled by gurus on YouTube hyping how people JUST LIKE THEM with no capital, experience or real estate education, can join his mentorship and make these incredibly profitable deals.  

Better yet, accept the fact that there are always going to be the poor, and a good number of these people - especially in class-movable societies like the US - are going to be there because they aren't motivated enough to do anything further. 

A motivated nosey neighbor might try to make an appt to see the property, but in general that doesn't happen too often and agents don't want to waste their time with time-wasters like that.

By working with motivated sellers, I’m able to secure below-market deals and pass those savings onto buyers.