I know there are a lot of them out there that do not have my best interest at heart.

Even the bleeding heart judges in California would throw the previous owner out. 

Thanks @Angel Ginett for the warm welcome! 

While they will have your financial interest at heart, it depends on how investor savay they are. 

Thanks for the warm welcomes, everyone! 

I’d recommend making a more realistic offer to begin with, including all the stops: appraisal gap coverage, escalating clause (if they’re being accepted), heart strings letter (not being looked at much in my market because sellers are getting so many offers, but doesn’t hurt), waive whatever contingencies you can/feel comfortable with, use cash or if you don’t have cash use a “same as cash” program that allows you to make a cash offer then finance immediately after closing, make the inspection “for informational/health and safety purposes only”, etc.

My plumber had a heart attack midway through his work while he was roughing in.

Most brokerages will hire any warm body with a license, regardless of experience.

So when I say living here, if I hear the words "Sunday Brunch" my heart breaks a little and I want to immediately book a flight, you feel me, lol.   

I appreciate the help and the warm welcome!