I've never structured seller financing.I've thought of a near full price offer with interest only for 5 years (a little gamble that rents will continue to rise and values will at least stay steady) or the financing and paying them $225ish.The owner said my proforma seemed faulty accurate (I lose $206 monthly after moving and fully renting) so there needs to be wiggle room for win-win here.Asking the BP universe: what offer methods and tactics have you found to be most successful?

I don't know how scalable our model is for you, but we plan to continue this approach. 

The new tax laws eliminate home equity indebtedness, but you can continue to deduct acquisition indebtedness.

Cash out of LA, pick up a 4-plex, SFR and continue your free lance lifestyle with less stress.

I think you need to decide if you enjoy the full hands on experience of self management...and if you want to continue to invest the time.Hope this helps some.  

Hi All, Just looking for some thoughts/opinions as I continue to look for my first property.

If you go the in-class route for the continuing education as well, then since the school itself administers the test, the instructor literally gave us exactly what we needed to know since he was the one who made the test.

Lots of great Canadian real estate podcasts to continue your free education:-Truth about Real Estate Investing...for Canadians-Breakthrough Real Estate Investing-Where should I invest?

I'll third @Jake Thomas Bought my first investment property from him and he was and continues to be helpful. 

Mls fees, board association, e&o insurance, general business liability insurance, electronic key fees, licensing fees, continuing education, any fees your broker might charge, increased auto insurance rates.