Quote from @John Mason: Long term wealth is always on appreciation not cash flow but to each his own There are many places that appreciate that I would not invest my money.

My gut is telling me that the seller's agent is lying, about whether there are actually multiple offers.

For the month of August 2024, they are saying that they have hardship and want me to use the money they paid as security deposit (2X rent).Legally, am I required to use security deposit towards rent when they are delinquent or can I move forward with eviction process?

By any chance do you go to an actual campus?

Unlike a conventional and FHA loan, there are no strict guidelines for private money.

New into the real estate game and looking  specific lenders you know of that does hard money lending based off arv instead of luv , would be spectacular if you can as well pm some you would refer thank you :) 

I've have read many books, listened to many podcasts, and read many posts on this forum and still do so, but I sat on the sidelines for a number of years just trying to save enough money in my emergency fund before starting to save some down payment money. 

(It used to be monthly, in-person.)They make money if you buy properties from their affiliates, and can provide additional free, one-on-one guidance via their investment counselors.

How likely is it to get a hard money loan with no money down for a rental property?

As a hard money lender broker, I’ve seen how fast access to capital can make all the difference.