If you can't find the deals at the right discount, then maybe you can create the discount.Buy one and flip it. 

You don't want to discount the personal livability of an area.

It used to be almost 45% of all sales back when I started, today it's about half a percent and many are not great deals, because the work will cost more than the discount you get.

They usually give a discount on your first order too.

My guy will be doing the same.Year 3 we plan to make the move together and build (my guy works for a builder so huge discount there)After year 3 and we are settled and married and living in our home and we would have our duplexes we would love to continue into flipping, or BRRRR maybe one per year….

What is your secret sauce or what skills do you have in your toolbox that help you acquire these properties at discounts? 

with the market flat, contractors booked up, materials expensive and tremendous competition for deals it is very, very difficult for a new investor at this time.i've used hard money and also bought with cash and then financed the rehab.

Columbus specifically is also seeing tremendous growth from large tech companies expanding their business in the market, so from an appreciation standpoint it has garnered more attention from investors.

As mentioned above, you can get a par rate at no discount points, but you can also get above par and get the lender to credit you to cover closing costs.

Here are my four main goals:Goal 1: Buy and Hold in Developing Areas (Texas)I plan to invest in underdeveloped areas where I see growth potential, buying at a discount now and holding for long-term appreciation as development takes place.Goal 2: Wholesaling Discounted Homes (Texas)I’m also thinking of wholesaling properties in those same areas.