Maybe you can't force appreciation on a SFH where you're using the comparable approach, but the appraisal is still generally higher for the same structure, as SF fee simple unit, as opposed to an apartment.

But there were damages because of a dog & he left us a $525 water bill & the lease was specific about 60 days written notice.I approached her to track him down for payment but he had moved in with another woman (2 miles from our home) & was working off the books to avoid child support & their health care payments.

I have a 4 leg approach (one extra to these) and that's a general marketing/negotiating capability.

I ran the numbers with 100% financing and each property still cash flows at or just above $300.What are some of the offers I could approach this seller with?

I've received great ideas and different perspectives, that have made me change my approach for establishing processes but just hearing other people passion is great.

Be sure to establish some goals and narrow down your approach.

My initial thoughts with the people that have approached me over the past couple years was to split the cash flow because they weren't interested in being hands on but wanted long term cash flow.

@Daniel Ringwald, that's a different approach.

I think they're the ones who are crazy for not recognizing the incredible opportunity available today (and possibly a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity given the low interest rates, and good deals you will find today.)

But I know he didn't pay December's rent to the old owner until the 23rd, and I know from the power company that as of the 15th of this month he was about to get his power shut off for non-payment (not sure if it did or not).He has yet to pay me for January ($630 + $100 late fee) and it's fast approaching the end of the month.