Do you have a basic set of questions that help you narrow in on what the seller needs and wants?

@Jamie Smith  I've bought a number of seller financing properties over the years. 

But then I came across a seller than has an assumable VA loan at 2.75% interest.

Even after meeting their demands, they still find ways to nickel-and-dime you, such as charging exorbitant fees for retaining property photos.To add insult to injury, their customer service is subpar.

Hi ST King,The price increases with insurance and taxes has certainly cut back our cash flow on many of our properties, but fortunately rents and rental demand have been pretty strong going into 2024.

Rental listing available here.What's the demand in your market?

Given the high demand for LTRs in your area and Mountain City's tourist allure, a hybrid approach may be beneficial.

Accountants are in such demand, that the best are not even accepting clients half the time.The other problem I see often with accountants on here is that they specialize in larger investors, and have really high prices when you as a smaller investor do not need all the bells and whistles.Another thing I see is folks thinking they need to have a tax professional in their state.

I have a friend with quite a few in the area and demand is down slightly but they're renting well

To me it feels like most neighborhoods here are dilapidated, cheap with little demand.