Only if you have tenants with these jobs, should their finances be hit much (every situation is unique though). 

It was a stringent process to get the seller to budge even a little bit plus they didn’t want to do any of the repairs requested even with the inspection report.I have been reasonable and tolerant, but I refuse to put even more money on the table (plus I can’t put more money down).

What are some of the things an early career real estate investor can do to also bring value to the table?

@Robert ObniskiHi Robert, Sorry to hear about your troubles.I would suggest exploring the SBA EIDL loan/grant for lost rents/projected lost rents due to this disaster.I can’t say for certain as everyone’s situation is unique and the government will be underwriting these loans, however it should hurt to try.

From personal experience many seasoned investors, lenders, who were around for other economic downturns of the past will still be pursuing deals as it comes down to will you make the decision to take the available opportunities with the risks on the table or play it safe and not.

My people need to know that they have food on the table and a roof over their head.

That should be enough to pay your rent and put food on the table.

Closing tables are cleaned after each closing and I stay two seats away from my clients. 

That way you are not sitting on a lame duck in times of uncertainty and you know the seller/tenant will have some funds available assuming they are walking away from the closing table with a few bucks on the HUD statement.  

. ;)I would also want to have a discussion with you about the unique market we have and how renovation loans can create large amounts of equity and cashflow to help protect you in light of our recent economy and if that would be a good fit for you.