Or do I want it out on the table from the beginning that we are willing to put 10% down?

So this is going to sound stupid, but the situation is unique so bear with me.

I know a lot of people think that you leave a lot of equity on the table buying a turn key but one mistake by an inexperienced investor can more than wipe out any savings.

The purchase price was for $144,000 and I brought $141,000 to the table.

Unless you have a large apartment complex where you're trying to fill 50 vacancies I just don't see why you'd leave money on the table.

@Mark Rowan To add on to Dawn's responses a bit, in my opinion, if there is a real estate agent involved, then you as a wholesaler aren't really bringing much to the table.

Is this unique for my state perhaps?

I could offer more but LA told me its not necessary since there was no other offer on the table.

Not really and real difference unless the L/P has a default provision with damages and that probably isn't done except in unique situations, and no, don't go there as some strategy, damages may be applicable in commercial transactions.Actually, neither one is best as each may be unique.An option doesn't tie up a property as it can be sold subject to that option.

I enjoy the format of the "famous 4" and "fire round...I find the interlude to topics and unique insights you are able to ask guests invaluable.