When the crash happens (and it will) then you can use creative finance techniques to buy all the property that you like. 

obviously, its better to use negotiating techniques and look for other deals but the owner is dead set on selling it for that price and will not sell until he gets that price.all hypothetical and im not looking into a property with this issue. im looking for below market value.thank you!

However, if you can filter past the sales pitches, most seminars will give you some good techniques and points to consider.

I did employ that technique and their response matched their previous claim.

I love this business and I'm always trying to get different perspectives especially when it comes to valuation techniques in a HOT market. 

Most people get caught up on the HOW To's and the techniques, with real estate just like and any thing else, you need to learn from being rather than just wanting.

While that would be a solid start if I was investing in other parts of the country, I live in Silicon Valley/Bay Area and the prices of any property are fairly steep so I am trying to learn techniques on investing with large financing/small upfront expenditures.If anyone knows of some solid techniques or advice, or even a great book/read/article on MFH investing ...

My end goal is to own multiple properties via the buy/hold technique.

I know you investors out there dont ever plan on paying full price for a property...What are your techniques and strategies to knock down the purchase price?

I am constantly reading up on existing and new techniques and searching out new opportunities.Currently in a buy and hold mode, owning and managing many multifamily units and looking to grow my portfolio.