I agree that some products are difficult to demonstrate the cost/benefit analysis without some discussion, but the vast majority of anything worthwhile should be able to be stated as "For $X and X weeks, I will teach you the specific knowledge, skills and abilities necessary to successfully find, negotiate, and close on your first single-family rental property." 

How do I show (formally) my cash reserves indicating that they will be available at the end of escrow, and still demonstrate that I am strong buyer. 

The fact that you are on this forum clearly demonstrates that you are already on track...so Godspeed ;-)

As i@Charlie MacPherson’s example demonstrates......you, the listing agent should have already if they are competent, need to run title to see if there are 2 mtgs, other liens, etc. 

This whole experience really demonstrated to me the importance of getting multiple bids and not disclosing a number to "my budget." 

I communicate via text.I had one tenant move in earlier this year who demonstrated "neediness" in the first week.

Now, you are better off buying based on the demonstrable cash flow, and not try to play the appreciation lottery.

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Carson demonstrated it’s sometimes possible to find contact information for potential IRA investors with some online tools.

The downside is that the housing prices there can fluctuate down as well (as demonstrated when the last bubble crashed).