If there's another tactical advantage to bidding so high on select properties. 

I noticed that most Auction.com listings have a starting bid that is less than what is owed.Is this just a sales tactic, or in a single-bidder scenario (unrealistic) would the property actually be let go for such a low price?

Must be scare tactics in play...?

However, you must prove you have something to offer and aren't just using pressure sales tactics to sell things to people while having no real knowledge yourself (all too common in the "real estate guru" space).I eagerly await your reply.

The reality is that if you are buying and investing in projects adhering to proven tactics and strategies you will withstand with lower risk any depression/recession. 

I was raised by an expert saleswoman so I see straight through the jargon and tactics.

They're great motivators and they use sales and marketing tactics for tapping into the hope and fear people who desperately want to 'alter their lives.'

Tenants have options I do not.It sounds like you are supplementing their rent already so why not fill the oil tank at your expense to protect your property then give them the boot as soon as your costs over power your emotions.

I can't speak to this outfit, but often times these things are just marketing tactics.

@Terrance Merck it's hard to give you a good answer here because what you really need is a business system not just some piecemeal tactics.