I have a prewritten reply that includes additional information about the property and send them to a site with a prequalification form.Once they fill out the prequalification form and it is a good fit, then it is worth the time to set up a showing.  

At the end of the day, I renegotiated with the seller that the 3 of us could take over his mortgage (in place for nine years and low rate) and provide him with some cash (10K) to walk away from the property after transfer of the deed.

The probability of a Buyer walking into an Open House eventually buying that particular home is very low.

I just compiled a list of potential sellers that I got from walking for dollars.

Likely $5300 though.Logan square neighborhood: safe, walk able, desirable, close to public transportation, close to restaurants, gyms, etc.

I initially walked away from the deal, but realized that there might be a way to help the seller, using a wraparound mortgage. 

So, I knew immediately after walking through that I wanted the house but I had to play it cool. 

Sit down and draw up a financial plan and then decide how your current property fits or does not fit into that plan. 

Good luck on your search, hope you'll find the best fit for you. 

Hi all, I'm considering purchasing my first property and am having trouble deciding (a) which type of property to buy (i.e. owner occupied, investment, or both by way of a duplex) and (b) what kind of split between down payment and loan amount.Would someone be willing to speak with me privately to walk through some of the factors, especially my personal finances?