When he did it I just thought he was being nice as my neighbor in the duplex had already moved out and i figured he had to mow her side anyway.

Typically on properties that are a bit skinny on profit, but are still nice properties, selling via lease option is a great way to fatten up the profits. i.e. no real estate commission to pay to sell equals another 5% or 6% profit… And you can get top dollar for the sales price which can add another 5%-10% onto your profit!

I am thinking about knocking on the door and in a nice way offering the owner 50.00 cash to let me look around.

.; current SEV $162,400; taxable value current $145122From the listing agent: Nice old lady has owned them for 30 years; built in '70's; currently has one vacancy; all units are 1 yr lease; half of tenants have been there for a very long time (years); other 8 units turn about 1x/yr; great neighborhood; upscale community; walking distance to downtown; roof is 4 years old; hot water heat (LL pays); "A" propertyHave not seen the inside yet, from the pictures I've seen the kitchen/bathrooms are outdated.

Nice to have you here.

You may try sending a nice letter or just asking them...

Paul,As you know that is a nice area and you shouldn't have any problem moving a home there.

I'd say the lack of replies says there's not a nice, neat formula.

Both are "nice" people.

Jeff, Welcome to the group... it is nice to have you here!