@Will Gaston im on board with @Mike Dymski.  

Yes, it is a numbers' game, but some important points I keep in mind when looking for properties on the MLS: Usually I go after properties that have been listed on the MLS for 90+ days;I talk to the listing agent and get him/her on board before I send the contract over (why I am offering the price that I want to offer, low earnest deposit and I also let them keep both sides of the commission;)If the offer is rejected, I ask why - I have nothing to lose at that point.

He's on board now and we will move forward with a 2 week timeline.Thanks.

This is where the investment/business comes into play which yes I'm on board for the lifestyle.

Recently married and now I'm trying to get my wife on board and realize the potential of real estate investing!

The other owners would have to be on board with the refinance of course, as you won't be able to mortgage just your interest. 

The checks might convince your significant other to get on board with investing.

Second, if the purchase price is based upon the anticipated cash flows then you may have an issue with financing since the future cash flows may be speculative and will take a strong case to get underwriters on board.

You will meet a lot people investing in Dade county there.Great to have you on board. 

One, is obviously the base case scenario where you onboard someone for a while.