I live in Southern CA and have a few properties in Cahokia Heights, IL.

I know what seller financing would involve in regards to me (the buyer) having to pay a interest rate set by the seller and the monthly payments also set by seller.But what are the benefits of seller financing a property?

Your primary home doesn't produce cash flow and is a pure expense.

There is a battery component but this eliminates about 90% of the battery need. 

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Take that equity and redeploy it. 

I never understood why people would have a flip, boost the value by tens of thousands of dollars, then sell it as opposed to keeping the equity and putting a tenant in there. 

Everything else; relationships, making connection, closing deals, and ultimately making money, is the result of concerted efforts.

@Mike Gi be sure to check Airbnb longer stays and Furnished Finder to see what your competition's pricing and decor are like and make your properties pet friendly if you can as this is always a way to out compete the competition.

I really appreciate you taking the time and digging in together so I was able to get a full picture of your expectations and how we can do a better job for you and other investors.