My goal is to keep things clear and flexible: I’m considering a setup where I offer my services for 2.5%, but if the seller offers 3% or higher, I keep that extra difference.

If it's really busy, consider a couple different open houses so visitors have the flexibility to attend either one or return for a second look.

Just be transparent and give them a flexible timeline, then be ready to move fast because my gut tells me they'll all move out pretty close to each other

That said, some lenders are flexible if you can show the improvements made. 

@Karl Denton leveraged to the hilt with no cash or flexible credit facilities are the people that are going to get boxed in and hurt methinks. 

With the points, we have enjoyed the flexibility of going when and where we want.  

They typically have longer stays than STRs, meaning less turnover, but offer more flexibility than a long-term rental.

SAME as cash but be a little more flexible on their income.

For example, we have a multifamily deal in the boroughs where the contract rider specifically states if the owner cannot deliver the property by X date, the purchaser can back out with their deposit.If you have some flexibility on the contract, you could continue shopping active deals as backups.

As the Branch Manager for RBI Private Lending in Texas, I specialize in offering flexible financing solutions, including bridge loans, construction loans, multifamily financing, and DSCR loans.