They may come across an incredible deal they can't pass up or they may encounter a hardship that requires the money.

And I just came across an incredible stat while doing some research for another client. 

Am I going to have to let this incredible opportunity go?  

Sure, it will cost you a few hundred bucks, but it could save you tens of thousands down the road, give you peace of mind, and not turn you into that "motivated seller".Your agent should be able to advise you on what they typically see in property conditions in your market and how people proceed.

House hacking is an incredible way to get into buy and hold real estate investing with a relatively low financial barrier to entry… plus the added benefit of reducing housing costs!

I’m in the NJ area, rents are high & vacancy low which is great, but prices & taxes are incredibly high.

I have a blacklist of poor performing commercial attorneys, developers, property management companies, owners, listing brokers that I want to avoid at all costs if possible doing a deal with.The only time is if they had an incredible property for my client to buy would have to put in extra protections in place to safeguard sleezy tactics.     

Consider looking specifically for properties that have been on the market for 60+ days with the hopes that the seller is motivated to take a lower selling price. 

Although she is motivated to sale, I can't advise her to do so without good faith.

In progress, but bringing the community back to this small USPS location will be my primary motivation.