A decent contractor grade granite really is not too much more money than Formica, but it’s way stronger and doesn’t burn when a careless tenant puts a hot pan on it - therefore you don’t have to replace it on a turnover.

Sellers in stronger markets may not just lower to your offer.

Going in rent ratio is not as great but appreciation and rent growth tends to be much stronger over time and quality of tenants tend to be better with less turnover.

Hard to believe the previous owner didn't want to hold out for metrics to support a stronger sales price especially if the deployment was ending in a few months.

While you do not have to be exclusive, it will form a stronger relationship and you will get better deals from an agent you use exclusively. 

Very inspiring story, what does not kill you makes you stronger.

This will make you stronger, better at negotiating, and more cautious.

Perhaps you won't like the tenant quality you're getting - so you'll know to invest in stronger markets in nicer areas.

You just need a stronger server in house.Joe Gore

I've noticed that as the economy has been getting stronger the number of coupons available has diminished significantly.