I know it can be a bit difficult to find a quality flat roofer and am open to suggestions.

As most of you are aware, it is extremely difficult to buy a good cash flowing property at a "reasonable price" here in the bay area.

but it needs to be done since ,  yes.... they won't go down on the own,  they just go up. it's very difficult and time consuming to shop around.  

The conversation may be more difficult if you plan to ask for them to reduce or waive the lot rent as you will not be occupying it until you find the end Purchaser.You can alternatively use strategies to bypass the whole process like assigning your contract instead.

As a Realtor in the Portland metro I am fully aware of how difficult it is to buy a home in this market and from I understand Bend is pretty similar at the moment.  

Of course, much more research is needed than an mls search but at a quick glance, it looks a little difficult

--This could be difficult for a buy and hold investor.Each card requires a minimum monthly payment of around $150-250 (depending on balance).

I've been in a sales environment most of my adult career and I can tell you once you figure out the numbers game, you've figured out the most difficult part.

I purchase difficult to close short sale listings.

I would avoid properties with exactly 5 units because they can be difficult to resell (most won’t qualify for the financing.)