I hate to see someone blow up like this.

You have the skills and some money so don't blow it on a bad deal.

Don't make excuses or apologize or try to soften the blow to protect their feelings.

Playing devils advocate hereThis is also the time the government printed $5T and even NFT’s were of value.Take out the land and manufacturers homes and look at value2007 new sales price was around $65kThat dropped for 10+ years into the 50’s and 50’s and is now $82,300 which is covid related.https://fred.stlouisfed.org/series/SPSNSAUS

I am not the one to advocate for nuts and morons. 

Screening is your most important step above all others, don't blow it, and DONT be in a hurry. 

Why is the seller advocating to keep rents the same?

Thanks, Hi Mickey,While typically I advocate for retaining properties for rental benefits, selling can be the right move under certain circumstances.

@Isaiah Moore I am a big advocate for a professional letter versus a yellow notepad letter or, in your case, a white notepad letter.

"I pay in cash, no closing cost, no matter the condition BUY I will make you an offer blow market value as a trade off.Not everyone will accept this, but those that do are extremely motivated!