I've also had the flip side happen where good deals were made just because the buyer was persistent but patient about getting access.With that said, once you/your agent gain access you will get that clear picture you are looking for.

Preferably an investor, but even a solid realtor at this point who might allow you to volunteer your assistance in exchange for first hand experience.The key here is patient consistency.

Well, all cash is the best way for sure...because it let's you snatch up properties that others can't get, Sellers always like a cash Buyer :-) I only did flips as a cash buyer....But it can be done with a loan, you'll just have to be more patient and take a different house than your primary target.

Long term is a much more disciplined, patient game of building generational wealth. 

But he stayed patient, dedicated, and got our deal done with fantastic terms.

I've been patiently waiting and just curious.

You just need to be patient and flexible. 

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Luckily, my friend is as patient as he is ambitious, so we tried another lender/appraiser and got the place valued at $255,000.

A cash out refi does sound like something I can do in the future and I will just have to be patient for that.