It is in my personal opinion that SEO and PPC for deal generation will be an expensive and un-effective marketing approach.

It's all designed to protect the general consumer population.

The more rational approach seems to be the one most lenders take.

Is it simply speculated supply and demand, or is there a simpler approach?

I approached a older, retired family friend about being a Private Lender.

Escrow funds go into an escrow account held by the designated closing attorney.

I planned on more of a personal approach for at least the first few months to check up on the property.

Chris, I like your conservative, safe approach!!!

We can expect this pattern to continue into 2014, known as interior design personalization.

Marie Poe gave you a great example.When I approach this type of situation I like to have more in depth info before I propose solutions to the seller. ( sellers expectations, wants & needs, current rent, market rent, expenses, existing loan balance & terms etc.)It would be cool if this transaction could be done using your IRA (or someone else's) to buy an option.