Time is critical, especially in competitive markets.Clear Offer Terms - Present a firm offer with terms that make the seller feel confident that you can close fast, with minimal contingencies or proof of funds.Due Diligence Preparation - Have your financing lined up and know your repair/rehab costs in advance so you can move quickly without second-guessing.

Concerning pricing, we are presently looking at 98.5% from list price to sales price.

Though I am a small time landlord at present, I would like to develop a system for this move-out business.  

What's the best way to save and organize digital receipts and to snapshot paper receipts? 

So you need some tangible experience + very quality deal + communication skills to present to the investors.

We have also done window replacements and replaced analog thermostats with programmable digital thermostats.Interested to hear if anyone else has had success with weatherization/insulating and other energy efficiency measures.

You're right that they are expensive, but when you consider the net present value of those dollars, it is well worth the cost (1.5% on the front end then 1.5% annually).My greater concern is from the regulatory side of things.

I would discuss financials on this if you choose to come see the pre-rehab on Dec 1 (I have made a lot of money (close to 7 digits after this rehab is done in ~2 months) but due to not executing a cash out refi (due to the rate increases) my return is below my underwriting).

Now, a wholesaler can present a wack deal and the newbie investor not knowing any better buys them.  

Just from the way you presented your intro, it's clear you are driven and passionate about real estate.