House hacking, buying a distressed property, or buying a distressed multi-family property are all on the table.  

As a result we decided to offer the other existing tenants a one year lease at their current rent they have been paying (roughly $125/month below market rents).Each situation is unique, but hope this helpsBest,Ryan

Hey Michael, i own and run a marketing agency and for me personally, when i see real estate experience, i automatically give the person a boost in the application/interviewing phase. for me it's just an experience we share so i'd like to talk about it or know in the future we could. so i guess i'm saying unless there is a reason not to put it on your resume i would. i shows responsibility in other areas plus additional skills, and you just never know what might make you different or unique when applying to a position. 

I'm pretty sure I've explained before why Detroit PM's are so terrible (spoiler: low rents and unique challenges = 2x or more the work of most markets for the same revenue).

There are definitely lenders and agents that deal more specifically in foreclosures, because there are unique aspects to buying encumbered property.

Isn't that table stakes in this game? 

If that option wasn't part of the contract and the appraisal came low the seller can walk away from the contract, but with this condition, I have to bring $10K to the closing table or lose the $2500 EMD.

I asked why and the response was "I would be leaving money on the table" just being an investor. 

The key is finding the middle ground where you sleep enough people that you’re not leaving money on the table, but that the guests will be comfortable and have enough room/privacy during their stay.

Keep in mind, Orange County Florida (all of Orlando) is NOT short term rental-friendly, so if you buy in Orlando, renting it out for a vacation rental is off the table.