Everything has a learning curve, but I found that dealing with tenants is the thing that takes the longest to really learn, and can cost you the most money.With tenant relationships, just like any relationship, you need to master the art and the science of dealing with them.

Is anyone familiar with the Art of Owner Finance Pro systemby Mitch Stephens?

I also did an admin program, and web design, via the Art Institute of Pittsburgh - Online...let's just say that I'm firmly against "for profit schools," both my experience, and others I talked to...and that's all I'll say on this, since this isn't the place for that.What I was working on, was part of a team, that would put together a tv series on the local CW, focusing on local bands, businesses, artists, etc.

Mortgages in Richmond, VA, can be significantly cheaper than rents, and my fine arts college student needs an affordable place to live.

If they do, I'll be giving houses away and selling art work in every house and I'll finance the art work!

I plan on learning as much as I can for now and analyzing at least one deal daily so I can learn the art of analyzing the deals (I'll probably do as many as I can until I get it).

Thanks @Art G.

Being right on the money comes with experience, practice and is art more than science.

(study the art of word pictures - many years ago I worked for the Dale Carnegie organization - they talked about the value of word pictures - how to put your prospect in that picture - showing him using and enjoying and benefiting from your proposal) Try it.I like to show sellers that even if they are not getting the up-front cash they expect, the owner financed mortgage and payments they are receiving don’t have to be passive – once the seller has trust in your seller financing proposal - reach your goals is possible - (ALWAYS PUT IT IN WRITING -don’t expect a verbal yes – melt everything down to writing and knowledge of answering seller’s objections – this is a crucial moment in your negotiations. – Take your time.

I am anxious to learn from the BP community -- especially those who are making it work in the DC metro area -- the art and skill of finding great deals in a very tight and competitive market.