Cash buyer OP will net less.

most realtors deal with primary / retail buyers and sellers and they too aren't going to just walk properties for you. 

However, if they fail to meet any of the agreed-upon payments, I request that they vacate the property.Great suggestion.

Many DSCR programs require an investor to have a mortgage history- there are some DSCR mortgage programs that will work with investors who are renting- some refer to them as first time home buyers (FTHBs)- DSCR loans are only for investment properties where the owner isn't living there. 

This will go a long way in creating a network and future sellers and buyers will start to see you as a resource in this arena.  

Doing that bit of pre-work might be the difference for a buyer being able to move forward.

@Tim Holt, Yes INDEED house hacking is the best option for most 1st time buyers.  

Almost every partnership fails and many end like a bad divorce.

However, if you have the time and prefer to source properties on your own, I would highly recommend the following strategies:Connect with probate attorneysVisit property auctions: These happen monthly and, surprisingly, aren’t saturated with investors.Cold callingTarget LLC owned properties: Over the years we have seen an influx of companies purchasing SF for rentals/long-term holds and they failed to account for property taxes and an increase in new construction coming to the market.

I will potentially move into one of the units for some timePurchase Price: $1.98MAssumable Existing Financing: $1.18M @ 3.48% ($5,563/month) Seller Carry: $300k @ 3.5% (5-Year Term)Down Payment: $525k (Buyer to Bring)Buyer pays all closing.